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A Wish for Afghanistan

The speed of the Taliban's takeover in Afghanistan in August 2021 took the world by surprise. Now there is uncertainty and fear among many Afghans - what will Taliban rule look like? What will become ... Read more

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10. Kashke

10. Kashke

If only - Lyse Doucet talks to poet, former ambassador and former Mujahideen fighter, Massoud Khalili. Now 74, he’s liv... Read more

3 Nov 2021

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9. The power couple

9. The power couple

An eyewitness account from the presidential palace as the Taliban encircle Kabul. He was the president’s chief of staff,... Read more

27 Oct 2021

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8. The musicians

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7. The doctor

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6. The journalist

6. The journalist

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4. The negotiator

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