Bolton

Afghanistan International: John Bolton, former US National Security Advisor, told Afghanistan International that the Taliban must be sidelined to resolve the crisis in Afghanistan. He expressed support for strengthening anti-Taliban forces and called for sending US military aid to resistance groups in Afghanistan. On Monday, July 8, Bolton stated that meetings between US officials and the Taliban, especially intelligence officials from both sides, benefit the Taliban more than the US, as they grant legitimacy to the group. Click here to read more (external link).