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news-tey · 2 years
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Don’t Believe the Generals on Afghanistan
Don’t Believe the Generals on Afghanistan
A T-shirt that was popular with veterans for much of America’s nearly 20-year war in Afghanistan showed a helicopter in flight with the caption We Were Winning When I Left. U.S. generals seem to be the only ones who didn’t get the joke. On the first anniversary of our botched withdrawal, the military leaders most responsible for America’s disastrous outcome in Afghanistan have continued to loudly…
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pattern-53-enfield · 6 months
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bantarleton · 2 years
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Drummer James Roddick of the 92nd Gordon Highlanders, defending Lieutenant Menzies during hand-to-hand fighting in Kandahar, 1880 by William Skeoch Cumming.
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queerism1969 · 1 year
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peopleofafghanistan · 2 years
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An Afghan boy looks at a British Royal Marine with Lima Company, 42 Commando, in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, December of 2009.
Source:  John Scott Rafoss of the United States of America.
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eloquent-amaurotine · 2 years
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pressnewsagencyllc · 1 month
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Two officer-rank Afghans serving in Pakistan Army among those expelled to Afghanistan
Starting October 31 last year, Pakistan has initiated an effort to remove the unauthorized Afghan settlers from the nation Image Courtesy PTI Pakistan disclosed on Tuesday that two Afghan nationals serving in the army at the rank of officer were among those banished from the nation as part of its campaign against undocumented immigrants. The disclosure was made one day after tensions between…
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minnesotafollower · 8 months
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U.N. Agency Reports Afghan Human Rights Violations Against Former U.S. Partners
On March 28, 2002, the U.N. Security Council established the U.N. Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) to promote peace and stability in that country and thereafter that mandate annually has been renewed and revised to reflect the continued needs of that country. This Mission’s headquarters is in Kabul with a field presence of around 1,187 staff throughout the country.[1] UNAMA’s Report on…
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banglakhobor · 9 months
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পাকিস্তানি সেনাদের কচুকাটা করছে তালিবান! বদলা নেওয়ার হুমকি পাক সেনাপ্রধানের
বালুচিস্তান: আমেরিকান সেনা আফগানিস্তান ছাড়ার পর থেকেই অল্প অল্প করে পাকিস্তানি সেনার ওপর আক্রমণ বাড়িয়েছিল আফগানিস্তান। গত দেড় মাসে এই আক্রমণের সংখ্যা অনেক বেশি হয়ে গিয়েছে। জায়গায় জায়গায় আফগান তালিবানের হাতে প্রাণ হারাচ্ছে পাকিস্তানি সেনা। তালিবানের গেরিলা যুদ্ধে উত্তর দিতে পারছে না তারা। এবার পাকিস্তান পাল্টা আঘাত হানার কথা ভাবছে। মুখে কিছু না বললেও বিমান বাহিনী বোম ফেলতে পারে তালিবানের…
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daancienttime · 9 months
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The Best Approach to Naga Sadhu vs Afghani Army for Every Personality Type
In a rare and unusual encounter, the ancient traditions of the Naga Sadhus clashed with the disciplined might of the Afghan Army in a remote mountainous region. The Naga Sadhus, revered ascetic warriors of Hinduism, found themselves inadvertently caught in the crosshairs of an escalating conflict between the Afghan Army and local insurgents.
The Naga Sadhus, with their distinct ash-smeared bodies, matted locks, and adherence to a life of austerity, had journeyed to the rugged terrain to undertake their spiritual practices and seek enlightenment. Unbeknownst to them, the area had become a hotspot of insurgency, and the Afghan Army had been actively conducting operations to counter the threat.
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As the sun rose on a fateful day, the peaceful atmosphere was shattered by the sound of gunfire echoing through the valleys. The Naga Sadhus, committed to a life of non-violence but also self-defense, found themselves in a precarious position. They were neither allied with any group nor capable of comprehending the complexities of the political and territorial disputes at play.
The Afghan Army, trained in modern warfare and unaware of the Sadhus' presence, mistook the ascetics for potential threats amidst the chaos of the battlefield. Accustomed to facing armed insurgents, the sight of ash-covered, unarmed Sadhus seemed anomalous, raising suspicions among the troops.
As the two parties confronted each other, it became apparent that the Naga Sadhus had no intention of engaging in violence. Their spiritual beliefs forbade them from causing harm to any living being. Nevertheless, the Afghan Army, driven by the urgency of their mission, hesitated to fully grasp the Sadhus' pacifist approach.
Despite language barriers, some members of the Afghan Army managed to communicate with the Sadhus, realizing that they were not combatants but seekers of spiritual truth. A moment of shared humanity emerged, with both sides momentarily setting aside their weapons, leading to an impromptu dialogue.
The Naga Sadhus explained their ancient tradition, rooted in the philosophy of non-violence and renunciation. They emphasized their neutrality in worldly conflicts and their quest for spiritual enlightenment, which resonated with some of the soldiers.
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Witnessing the sincerity and deep conviction of the Sadhus, a few soldiers began to reevaluate their perceptions of the encounter. Realizing the potential misunderstanding, they decided to help the Naga Sadhus find a safe passage out of the conflict zone, protecting them from harm.
This meeting of worlds, though brief and tense, offered a unique perspective on the collision of cultures and beliefs. The clash between the Naga Sadhus and the Afghan Army underscored the importance of communication and understanding in times of conflict.
As the Naga Sadhus departed the region, they carried with them a profound experience of encountering the harsh realities of the world beyond their spiritual pursuits. The Afghan soldiers, on the other hand, gained a newfound appreciation for the diversity of human existence and the significance of preserving ancient wisdom amid the tumult of modern warfare.
In the end, this unlikely interaction serves as a testament to the transformative power of compassion, empathy, and open-mindedness – qualities that can bridge even the widest cultural divides and offer a glimmer of hope in the face of conflict.
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tyrianwanderings · 11 months
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What We Guarded
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