Scenarios about 'Taliban'
The Taliban is an Islamic fundamentalist political and military organization that emerged in Afghanistan in the 1990s and twice seized control of the country (1996-2001 and 2021-present). Known for their strict interpretation of Islamic law, the group gained international notoriety for their harsh governance, human rights abuses, and harboring of terrorist organizations. In alternate history scenarios, the Taliban often serves as a focal point for exploring different outcomes of Western intervention in Afghanistan, regional power dynamics in Central Asia, or alternative developments in Islamic political movements.
What If Islamabad Developed Different Relationships with Tribal Areas?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Pakistan pursued a more integrative approach toward the Federally Administered Tribal Areas, potentially reshaping regional security dynamics and the trajectory of South Asian geopolitics.
What If Kabul Developed Differently Without Decades of Conflict?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Afghanistan's capital city avoided the devastating wars that began in the late 1970s, potentially becoming a thriving Central Asian metropolis and regional hub.
What If The Afghanistan War Never Happened?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the United States never invaded Afghanistan following the 9/11 attacks, dramatically altering the course of 21st century geopolitics, counterterrorism, and American foreign policy.
What If The Afghanistan War Never Occurred?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the United States did not invade Afghanistan after 9/11, forever altering the trajectory of the War on Terror, global counterterrorism strategy, and Central Asian geopolitics.