The Taliban
The Taliban has become a word synonymous to terror and fanaticism. A house-hold terror, Taliban has gained global popularity to being inhumane and “outright wrong”.
Taliban Forces Attack U.S. Embassy and NATO HQ in Kabul
Insurgents and members of the Taliban launched a mid-day attack on the U.S. Embassy and NATO Headquarters in Kabul, Afghanistan and the gun battle is still raging.
Pakistan Army Plans to Take Down Taliban
In the wake of another militant attack, Pakistan, wages a "government v/s militants" war. Here is the latest update.
Taliban Stones Couple in Afghanistan for Committing Adultery
For the first time in over 9 years, stoning has been chosen as the means of execution for adulterers in Afghanistan, as Taliban operatives carried out the punishment without a court or a sentence.
Taliban Institutes Code of Conduct in War of Public Relations
A new Taliban code of conduct seeks to ease relations with Afghan civilians, and has been addressed by the U.S. with a revised operations guide.
Taliban Launches Brazen Attacks on U.S. Base in Afghanistan
Taliban forces and insurgents have launched raids on the U.S. base at Bagram in Afghanistan.
Top Taliban Commander Captured in Pakistan
A joint CIA and Pakistani operation led to the arrest of Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, the number two leader of the Taliban.
Prior to Huge Offensive, U.S. Troops Close Taliban Escape Route
U.S. and Afghan soldiers, along with U.S. Marines, are closing off escape routes prior to invading a Taliban stronghold believed to contain nearly 1,000 insurgents.
Taliban Offered Financial Incentives to Reintegrate in Afghanistan
A proposal is on the table which would devote over $500 million to providing financial and educational incentives for Taliban fighters to peacefully reintegrate into Afghanistan society.
Taliban Steps Up Attacks in Pakistan, 41 Killed in Monday Attack
Taliban forces have expanded their offensive in Pakistan, with four major attacks over the last week.
Taliban Leader Encourages U.S. and NATO Forces to Study History
As ambushes grow more sophisticated and more deadly, a Taliban leader has warned U.S. and NATO forces that foreign forces have rarely had success in Afghanistan.
Taliban Militants Crushed after 3 U.S. Troops Killed in Ambush
NATO forces and the U.S. military reacted strongly to a Taliban ambush that killed three U.S. troops, sending in airstrikes and killing at least 50 militants.
U.S. Marines Launch Offensive Against Taliban
Operation Eastern Resolve 2 launched just before dawn on Wednesday, attacking a long-time Taliban base with hopes of stabilizing the region before next week's elections.
Captured US Soldier's Identity Kept Secret by Hometown
Even though many people had known for weeks about the capture of US Soldier Bowe R. Bergdahl, his entire hometown kept the news quiet at the request of the military and his family.
Pakistan’s Army Sends Thousands of Taliban Militants Fleeing
Missions run by the Pakistan army have forced many Taliban fighters to flee the Swat Valley near the Afghan, Pakistan border.
U.S. Military Expecting Increase in Taliban Bombings
Stepped-up troop levels in Afghanistan are leading to further bombings by the Taliban and other terrorist groups, leading the Pentagon to look into new ways to combat improvised explosive devices.
Taliban Reject U.S. Offer of Honorable Reconciliation
The Taliban have made their position very clear to the United States. They will not accept any terms other than the withdrawal of foreign troops from Afghanistan.
Pakistan Agrees to Truce with Taliban in Swat Region, Will Impose Islamic Law
In what as being viewed as a major set-back for the United States, the government of Pakistan has agreed to a truce with Taliban fighters in a northwest region of the country.
Taliban
Where they hide / how they operate...
Insurgents and members of the Taliban launched a mid-day attack on the U.S. Embassy and NATO Headquarters in Kabul, Afghanistan and the gun battle is still raging.
Pakistan Army Plans to Take Down Taliban
In the wake of another militant attack, Pakistan, wages a "government v/s militants" war. Here is the latest update.
Taliban Stones Couple in Afghanistan for Committing Adultery
For the first time in over 9 years, stoning has been chosen as the means of execution for adulterers in Afghanistan, as Taliban operatives carried out the punishment without a court or a sentence.
Taliban Institutes Code of Conduct in War of Public Relations
A new Taliban code of conduct seeks to ease relations with Afghan civilians, and has been addressed by the U.S. with a revised operations guide.
Taliban Launches Brazen Attacks on U.S. Base in Afghanistan
Taliban forces and insurgents have launched raids on the U.S. base at Bagram in Afghanistan.
Top Taliban Commander Captured in Pakistan
A joint CIA and Pakistani operation led to the arrest of Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, the number two leader of the Taliban.
Prior to Huge Offensive, U.S. Troops Close Taliban Escape Route
U.S. and Afghan soldiers, along with U.S. Marines, are closing off escape routes prior to invading a Taliban stronghold believed to contain nearly 1,000 insurgents.
Taliban Offered Financial Incentives to Reintegrate in Afghanistan
A proposal is on the table which would devote over $500 million to providing financial and educational incentives for Taliban fighters to peacefully reintegrate into Afghanistan society.
Taliban Steps Up Attacks in Pakistan, 41 Killed in Monday Attack
Taliban forces have expanded their offensive in Pakistan, with four major attacks over the last week.
Taliban Leader Encourages U.S. and NATO Forces to Study History
As ambushes grow more sophisticated and more deadly, a Taliban leader has warned U.S. and NATO forces that foreign forces have rarely had success in Afghanistan.
Taliban Militants Crushed after 3 U.S. Troops Killed in Ambush
NATO forces and the U.S. military reacted strongly to a Taliban ambush that killed three U.S. troops, sending in airstrikes and killing at least 50 militants.
U.S. Marines Launch Offensive Against Taliban
Operation Eastern Resolve 2 launched just before dawn on Wednesday, attacking a long-time Taliban base with hopes of stabilizing the region before next week's elections.
Captured US Soldier's Identity Kept Secret by Hometown
Even though many people had known for weeks about the capture of US Soldier Bowe R. Bergdahl, his entire hometown kept the news quiet at the request of the military and his family.
Pakistan’s Army Sends Thousands of Taliban Militants Fleeing
Missions run by the Pakistan army have forced many Taliban fighters to flee the Swat Valley near the Afghan, Pakistan border.
U.S. Military Expecting Increase in Taliban Bombings
Stepped-up troop levels in Afghanistan are leading to further bombings by the Taliban and other terrorist groups, leading the Pentagon to look into new ways to combat improvised explosive devices.
Taliban Reject U.S. Offer of Honorable Reconciliation
The Taliban have made their position very clear to the United States. They will not accept any terms other than the withdrawal of foreign troops from Afghanistan.
Pakistan Agrees to Truce with Taliban in Swat Region, Will Impose Islamic Law
In what as being viewed as a major set-back for the United States, the government of Pakistan has agreed to a truce with Taliban fighters in a northwest region of the country.
Taliban
Where they hide / how they operate...