Afghanistan invasion leads to violent aftermath from "summary" of Killing Hope by William Blum
The United States invaded Afghanistan in 2001 under the guise of fighting terrorism. The invasion quickly overthrew the Taliban government, which had previously been supported by the US during the Cold War. However, the aftermath of the invasion was far from peaceful. The power vacuum left by the Taliban's ousting led to a violent struggle for control of the country. Various factions, including warlords and tribal leaders, vied for power, leading to widespread conflict and instability. The US military presence in the country only served to exacerbate the situation, as American forces became embroiled in the fighting. Civilian casualties mounted as the conflict dragged on, with many innocent Afghans caught in the crossfire between warring factions. The use of drones and airstrikes by the US military further contributed to the violence...
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