GOFTMAN: Afghanistan’s Political, Military Climate Discussed
What is the US’s objective in its attempt to engage in direct talks with the Taliban?
Does this indicate a U-turn in the US’s policy towards Afghanistan?
In addition to the US holding talks with the Taliban, Russia is also preparing to host a meeting on the peace process in the near future. It is expected that fifteen counties may participate at the conference. However, in a telephonic conversation with President Ashraf Ghani this week, the Russian foreign minister said that the talks will be co-hosted by the Russian and Afghan governments.
In this episode of Goftman, host Partaw Naderi discusses the topic with the following guests:
Haroon Mir, political activist
Dr. Faramarz Tammanna, political analyst
Daud Naji, political activist
Nabi Misdaq, writer