Averting Disaster in Afghanistan
CHRISTOPHER D. KOLENDA — Unless the United States changes its strategy in Afghanistan, that country could experience even greater tumult. Continue reading “Averting Disaster in Afghanistan”
Tag: Afghanistan
Learning Civilian Protection
SARAH HOLEWINSKI — Protecting civilians during wartime must be a strategic priority for American policymakers. Continue reading “Learning Civilian Protection”
Rhetoric and Decentralization
PAUL STANILAND — Uncertainty regarding internal Afghan Taliban politics limits options for leaders in both Kabul and Islamabad.
Painting a Mixed Picture
THEO FARRELL — After 13 years of fighting, Afghan National Security Forces have assumed responsibility for all combat operations in the country. Now the real fight begins. Continue reading “Painting a Mixed Picture”
The New Great Power Arena
ALEXANDER COOLEY — United States strategy in Central Asia was guided by the Afghanistan conflict. This singular focus may come back to bite American policymakers during the next decade. Continue reading “The New Great Power Arena”
Conversations with the Taliban
THEO FARRELL — The Taliban are ready to negotiate. The US and NATO are the ones turning the cold shoulder. Continue reading “Conversations with the Taliban”
The Waiting Game
MARCIN ANDRZEJ PIOTROWSKI — For Poland, like many European nations, Afghan policy will be put on hold until after the United States gets the White House in order. Continue reading “The Waiting Game”
NATO’s Afghan Report Card
STEN RYNNING — NATO earns a score of 6/10 for its cohesion, but only a 3/10 for strategic management. This assessment illuminates a stark contrast between the Alliance’s military successes and political disappointments. Continue reading “NATO’s Afghan Report Card”
Pakistan’s Woes
ROBERT M. HATHAWAY — Pakistan and the United States have fostered a shallow alliance in Afghanistan. Leaders on both sides are troubled by its effects. Continue reading “Pakistan’s Woes”
How Australia views Afghanistan
GEOFFREY GARRETT — Australia has always followed the United States into tricky situations. Afghanistan is no different. Continue reading “How Australia views Afghanistan”
Unmanned Warfare and Strategic Shift
BRUCE JENTLESON – In the Middle East, unlike in Vegas, what happens in one country does not stay in that country. Continue reading “Unmanned Warfare and Strategic Shift”
Memories from Afghanistan
JENNIFER HEATH – It is impossible to put a single face on Afghanistan, despite the West’s best attempts. Continue reading “Memories from Afghanistan”
Envisioning Afghanistan
MUJIB MASHAL – An Al Jazeera reporter paints a picture of Afghanistan. Continue reading “Envisioning Afghanistan”
Afghanistan’s Political Future
STEPHEN BIDDLE – To achieve victory in Afghanistan, the United States and NATO will have to compromise without betraying their key goals. Continue reading “Afghanistan’s Political Future”
