Taliban cohesion strained by competing interests

The Taliban are finding it difficult to ensure their own structures are inclusive, let along invite in outsiders

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  • "Misunderstanding" with Iran
  • Pakistan and a disputed border
  • Turkmenistan
  • Border guards and smugglers
  • Why irk Islamabad?
  • Factional rivalry
  • Not just the Haqqanis

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