Afghanistan: 25 years after 9/11
25 years after the September 11th attacks, Imtiaz Tyab returned to Afghanistan to report on life under Taliban rule. The report highlights the significant amount of US military hardware, estimated to be worth over $7 billion, now in the hands of the Taliban, including aircraft, armored vehicles, and weapons. It also explores the lingering scars of the war, the Taliban's presentation of captured assets and 'martyrs,' and the clandestine efforts by women to continue their education despite government bans.
The report underscores the enduring impact of America's longest war, showcasing how its conclusion has left Afghanistan under Taliban control with substantial former US military equipment, while the future for Afghan women, particularly regarding education and rights, remains uncertain.
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