Today, Explained Taliban 2.0
Aug 19, 2021
Clarissa Ward, CNN's chief international correspondent, shares gripping firsthand accounts from Kabul, revealing a city caught between chaos and stoic calm after the Taliban's takeover. Vali Nasr, an expert in international affairs, offers insight into the Taliban's pragmatic evolution since the 90s and how their governance strategies are challenged by modern expectations. The discussions delve into the plight of women under Taliban rule, the desperation of those seeking refuge, and the stark contrast between their promises and the harsh realities faced by the Afghan population.
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Afghan Forces Fleeing
- Clarissa Ward describes a surreal experience witnessing Afghan forces fleeing a Taliban attack in Ghazni.
- This observation highlighted the rapid and unexpected collapse of Afghan resistance.
Desperate Afghans
- Clarissa Ward's phone is inundated with messages from Afghans desperately seeking help to leave the country.
- Many worked with the US and are struggling with the complex SIV visa process.
Women's Fears
- Afghan women, especially those with established careers, are terrified of the Taliban's return.
- They fear losing their hard-earned rights and opportunities, facing an uncertain future.