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How the U.S. Withdrawal Decision Will Affect the Afghan Conflict
Washington’s decision to withdraw troops from Afghanistan by 11 September spells an end to the U.S. military deployment but not peace.
Crisis Group expert Andrew Watkins anticipates that negotiations will likely stall and Afghans will fear an intensified civil war as the U.S. role evolves.
What’s new in the Biden announcement that the U.S. will withdraw all troops by 11 September?
Why was the announcement made now?
President Joe Biden’s televised remarks on 14 April were the first clear statement of his decision to end U.S. military involvement in the…