The Taliban's return to barbaric practices like stoning women and public executions proves Western analysts were naive to expect moderation following a U.S. withdrawal. This radical jihadist experiment threatens global stability, fuels terrorism, and exposes Islamist inability to govern as millions face starvation and flee oppression.
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Simple condemnation of developments in Afghanistan ignores Western culpability in creating instability in the region. A botched military withdrawal under former President Biden created domestic panic and generated the power vacuum enabling current oppression and human rights abuses under the Taliban. These horrifying stories are the responsibility of Washington, which has since turned its back on the ensuing humanitarian crisis.
There is a 50% chance Afghanistan will allow same-sex marriage after 2100, according to the Metaculus prediction community.
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