17 Essential Documentaries on the War in Afghanistan — and Its Consequences
PBSPatrice Taddonio
17 Essential Documentaries on the War in Afghanistan — and Its Consequences
These documentaries explore how the war in Afghanistan began and evolved, its impact on Afghan citizens, the U.S. withdrawal and the Taliban takeover.
Oct 12, 2021
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Earthquake kills at least 20 as it strikes northern Afghanistan
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Earthquake kills at least 20 as it strikes northern Afghanistan
Al Jazeera English
A powerful earthquake rocked northern Afghanistan on Monday, killing more than a dozen people, injuring hundreds and damaging one of the country’s most iconic mosques. | CNN International
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A powerful earthquake rocked northern Afghanistan on Monday, killing more than
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Afghanistan War
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Afghanistan Explained: The war that never ends
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Fighting The Taliban: The Battle Inside Afghanistan (War POV Documentary) | Real Stories
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Fighting The Taliban: The Battle Inside Afghanistan (War POV Documentary) | Real Stories
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America’s Longest War: What Went Wrong in Afghanistan (2021)
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America’s Longest War: What Went Wrong in Afghanistan (2021)
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