Tehran may activate Afghan clients in Iran-US contest

Iran is exploring how its various partners in Afghanistan can boost its role there, possibly with disruptive intent

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  • Multiple lines of influence
  • Governing elite contacts
  • Hazara armed forces
  • Taliban leverage
  • Restraining factors

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