As Taliban Start Charm Offensive, Afghan President Calls for Cease-Fire
The Taliban have been courting civilians for weeks and promising not to harm soldiers who surrender, raising hopes of a cease-fire in Afghanistan. On Sunday, the government made the first move. [Source]
Publication Date:Origin: nytimes.com
Category: Afghanistan War (2001- )
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Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/08/19/world/asia/taliban-afghanistan.html?partner=rss&emc=rss