Scott Worden on Afghan Peace Talks

September 23, 2020 00:10:01
Scott Worden on Afghan Peace Talks
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Scott Worden on Afghan Peace Talks

Sep 23 2020 | 00:10:01

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Show Notes

With talks finally underway between the Taliban and Afghan government, USIP’s Scott Worden says initial expectations should be tempered, as the chances for success are “low in the short term, but much higher than if the talks hadn’t begun,” adding, “you can’t end a war without starting a peace process.”

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