by Stratfor (Author)
More than eight years on, the war in Afghanistan is only now reaching a decisive phase. The Taliban have become a strong and multifaceted grassroots phenomenon that cannot simply be eradicated from the political landscape. And the United States has set ambitious goals and a tight timeline for its renewed counterinsurgency, though it is unclear whether the Taliban can ever be brought to the table.
Author Biography
STRATFOR is a world leader in private global intelligence: political, economic, military and security. Utilizing a Web-based publishing platform, STRATFOR provides its members with in-depth analysis of important issues and events worldwide as well as rapid updates on developing events.
Number of Pages: 220
Dimensions: 0.46 x 7.99 x 5.24 IN
Publication Date: May 21, 2010