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The Turbulent World of Middle East Soccer

James M. Dorsey

Oct 27, 2021

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The pendulum gradually swings towards international engagement with the Taliban

By James M. Dorsey

The Taliban and Pakistan, both viewed warily by the West and others in the international community, appear to be benefitting from mounting concerns about the humanitarian and security situation in Afghanistan.

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