This week, we conclude our two-part special report on Afghanistan. What was once America's longest war is now the world's worst humanitarian crisis. Yes, the Taliban are a de facto reality in Afghanistan. But should international sanctions against the Islamists target all Afghans? And what about the millions who face starvation and death due to a collapsed economy?
In this episode, Jack Stone Truitt and Monica Hunter-Hart report on the regional and political solutions prescribed by those who are wary of the Taliban, as well as those who want to help the country. Truitt talks to the ambassadors of two of Pakistan’s closest neighbors, Iran and Pakistan. Hunter-Hart connects with the Afghan resistance on the ground, as well experts in Washington.
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Asia Stream is hosted by Wajahat S. Khan, our digital editor and executive producer, and produced by Monica Hunter-Hart and Jack Stone Truitt.
Our theme music is “What's the Angle?” by Shane Ivers.
Related to this episode:
Taliban prepares to segregate sexes in Afghan universities, by Tahir Khan
Too big to fail: China eyes Afghanistan investment amid fears of state collapse, by Betsy Joles
Afghan poppy season returns in force under Taliban rule, by Moyuru Baba
