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El Salvador At War: An Oral History Of Conflict From The 1979 Insurrection To The Present

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An Oral History Of Conflict From The 1979 Insurrection To The Present

The conflict in Afghanistan has been ongoing for over 40 years. It began in 1979 with the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, and has continued ever since, with the Taliban taking control of the country in 1996 and the US-led invasion in 2001.

This article provides an oral history of the conflict, based on interviews with key participants, including former mujahideen commanders, Taliban leaders, and Afghan government officials.

The 1979 Insurrection

The 1979 insurrection was a response to the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan. The mujahideen, a group of Afghan rebels, fought against the Soviet forces for 10 years, with the support of the United States and other Western countries.

El Salvador at War: An Oral History of Conflict from the 1979 Insurrection to the Present

by Manuel Huitzilli

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Mujahid Commander: "We were fighting for our freedom. The Soviets had invaded our country, and we were determined to drive them out."

Taliban Leader: "The mujahideen were fighting for a just cause. They were fighting for their country, and they were fighting for their religion."

The Taliban

The Taliban emerged in the early 1990s, and quickly gained control of most of Afghanistan. The Taliban imposed a strict interpretation of Islamic law, and were accused of human rights abuses.

Taliban Leader: "We were trying to create a pure Islamic state. We were trying to implement the sharia, and we were trying to create a society where everyone was equal."

Afghan Government Official: "The Taliban were a brutal regime. They were responsible for human rights abuses and they were a threat to the security of the country."

The US-led Invasion

The US-led invasion of Afghanistan began in 2001, after the 9/11 attacks. The US and its allies quickly overthrew the Taliban, but the conflict has continued ever since.

US Soldier: "We were there to fight terrorism. We were there to help the Afghan people rebuild their country."

Afghan Civilian: "The war has been a disaster for Afghanistan. It has killed thousands of people, and it has destroyed the country's economy."

The Present

The conflict in Afghanistan is still ongoing. The Taliban are still active in the country, and they control large areas of territory. The Afghan government is struggling to maintain control, and the country is plagued by violence and instability.

Afghan Government Official: "We are committed to peace. We are committed to building a stable and prosperous Afghanistan."

Taliban Leader: "We are not interested in peace. We are fighting for an Islamic state."

The Future

The future of Afghanistan is uncertain. The conflict is likely to continue for many years to come, and it is unclear who will ultimately prevail.

Afghan Civilian: "I just want peace. I want to be able to live in peace and safety."

US Soldier: "I hope that one day, Afghanistan will be a peaceful and prosperous country."

The conflict in Afghanistan is a complex and long-standing one. It has had a devastating impact on the country, and it is likely to continue for many years to come. The future of Afghanistan is uncertain, but it is clear that the country will need international support to rebuild and recover from the decades of conflict.

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El Salvador at War: An Oral History of Conflict from the 1979 Insurrection to the Present

by Manuel Huitzilli

5 out of 5