NPR returns to Kabul to assess Afghanistan’s legacy
By The BriefBrief
Nearly 25 years after the start of the U.S.-led invasion of Afghanistan, NPR revisits Kabul to examine how Afghans are coping with the long-term effects of the 20-year war. The report is set against Afghanistan’s return to Taliban rule.
WHO:NPR
WHAT:NPR revisits Kabul to report on how Afghans are coping with the legacy of the U.S.-led invasion and 20-year war as Taliban rule returns.
WHEN:Reported Sep 11, 2026 at 5:36 PM ET
WHERE:Kabul, Afghanistan
WHY:To document Afghans’ current coping with the legacy of the U.S.-led invasion and 20-year war under Taliban rule.
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