
March 22, 2023
How did the U.S. lose the war in Afghanistan? Who bears responsibility? And what has been the human cost?
Drawing on decades of on-the-ground reporting and interviews with Taliban and U.S. officials, this epic three-part investigation traces how America’s 20-year investment in Afghanistan culminated in Taliban victory and examines the missteps and consequences.
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