C.I.A. Scrambles for New Approach in Afghanistan
By Mark Mazzetti & Julian E. Barnes
Taliban Vow to 'Continue Our War' in Afghanistan
By Lynne O'donnell
Without U.S. contractors, the Afghan military will lose its main advantage over the Taliban — air power
By Dan De Luce
The Taliban Are Getting Stronger In Afghanistan As U.S. And NATO Forces Exit
By Diaa Hadid & Fazelminallah Qazizai