Afghan talks start despite multiple unresolved issues

Neither side really wanted to come to the negotiating table, but it is the Taliban who have the clearer strategy

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  • Both sides dragged to the table
  • Contentious points
  • Taliban seek government change
  • Ending the war
  • Deconstructing institutions
  • Future US role
  • Shifting foreign favours

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