Afghanistan
In May 2021, the US began pulling troops out of Afghanistan in an effort to bring an end to the nearly 20-year war. Here is Vox’s coverage of the news and analysis on the events that followed.
World Politics
World Politics
18 years after the US-led invasion of Afghanistan, the capital city of Kabul is prospering. In rural areas, it’s a different story entirely.
By Emran Feroz
Defense & Security
Defense & Security
“We are giving it a sincere chance,” a senior Afghanistan official told Vox, noting “it’s hard to trust the Taliban.”
By Alex Ward
World Politics
World Politics
A seven-day reduction in violence will be the first test of whether a formal deal is possible.
By Jen Kirby