Exclusive interview with Russian philosopher Alexander Dugin on the program “Escalation” (“Sputnik”)

How Massoud Offered Him a Safe Departure from Kabul

The Taliban not only revere the “apostate” Amanullah Khan as the principal symbol of Afghan nationalism but also continue to pursue his policy of “Afg...

 A Personal Recollection of Ahmad Shah Massoud’s Interest in Photography and Filming

The Taliban’s Treatment of Women Is Rooted in Pashtunwali Traditions, Not in the Principles of Islam or the Hanafi School of Jurisprudence.

“From soldiers to generals, no one is willing to defend you any longer.”

It cannot be claimed that the Taliban is a religious group; rather, it can be confidently stated that it is an ethnic organization.

How Did the Soviet Union’s “Friends” Supply Afghan Mujahideen with Soviet Weapons?

Most Taliban leaders are illiterate or poorly educated and lack even the most basic skills necessary to understand and interpret religious texts.

How did the Pakistani delegation's meeting with Mullah Hibatullah's representatives unfold?

This agreement will not be implemented; Iran will come under attack

Islamabad has more to gain from controlling the Taliban’s opponents than from helping them achieve victory.