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Taking Stock of the Taliban’s Perspectives on Peace
For Afghanistan's peace talks to work, the Taliban will need to shift focus to what they want, not what they oppose.
They should develop clear negotiating positions on key issues and work to convince their members that peace requires compromise.
- ICG
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On 29 February 2020, the United States and the Taliban signed an agreement meant to prompt peace talks between the militant group and the Afghan government.
Many issues have delayed those talks, including widespread concerns about the Taliban’s willingness to compromise in a…