With Ukraine, the US Is Repeating Mistakes Made in Afghanistan – The Diplomat

In August 2021, President Ghani fled Afghanistan as the Taliban took control of Kabul, leaving the U.S. surrounded by victorious Taliban forces. The disastrous withdrawal of U.S. forces and evacuation of limited Afghan allies highlighted failures in U.S. foreign policy and revealed how disrespectful treatment of Afghan leaders contributed to animosity towards the United States. Karzai and Ghani both experienced a shift from U.S. allies to opponents due to perceived disrespect and humiliation, emphasizing the importance of treating allies with respect to maintain strong partnerships.

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