Let's Talk About Trump's Afghanistan Decision
In this episode I discuss Trump's decision to extend the Afghan conflict. I explain why I think it is a bad idea to continue the war and provide some ...
Green and White: Stories from Afghan Politics and History
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Learn about the history of Afghanistan since the US invasion of 2001. It's Game of Thrones with Kalashnikovs.
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