The Role of the United States of America and the Peace Process in Afghanistan
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https://doi.org/10.31033/ijrasb.9.2.22Keywords:
UAE, Saudi Arabia, International Community, United States, PeaceAbstract
The aim of the international community in Afghanistan was to fight terrorism and ensure lasting stability. Now, more than a decade and a half after the military and political presence, the prospect of peace and security does not look very clear and promising. The mechanism for security and stability in Afghanistan now defined in bringing peace through the Taliban. Afghanistan's ambassador to the United States, Zalmai Khalilzad has met with Pakistani and Afghan officials for the first time. U.S. pressure on Pakistan and consultations with countries such as UAE and Saudi Arabia have helped accelerate peace efforts in Afghanistan.
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