In rare comments on peace talks in Afghanistan, President Trump reported that “very strong” negotiations are ongoing in the country. He said the people of Afghanistan “are tired of fighting,” and the goal is to end the war.
That said, Trump appeared to try to downplay the effort, saying that the negotiations “probably” are not going to be successful, but “who knows?” He did not elaborate further. Special envoy Zalmay Khalilzad has expressed hopes for a peace deal by April of next year, though the Taliban said no agreements are yet in place.
Less important than what President Trump said was that he addressed the matter at all. The Afghan War has tended not to be a popular topic for him to address. This may suggest a growing interest within the administration to tackle the protracted war.
This could mean increased Trump interest in making a peace deal, as he’s been known in the past to be keen to get out of Afghanistan. If he’s actually interested in doing so, that could greatly increase the chances of it happening.
Looks sorta like the ‘Nam. Negotiate a face-saver, then leave, then the Tallyban take over. Chalk up another one for Uncle. The only alternative is a straight-up loss. Either way this clown has to get the message.
https://www.cnn.com/videos/world/2018/11/22/afghanistan-assault-rifle-photo-starr-vpx.cnn/video/playlists/around-the-world/
So they disdain the peace talks with the Taliban included, in Moscow.
Actually, US reps met with Taliban reps last week in Qatar.
Yes at least Trump is actually on-topic, but it doesn’t sound like he has the message yet… “very strong negotiations” probably mean he intends to hold a very hard line, and that’s why diplomacy won’t get anywhere yet. “The people of Afghanistan” may be tired of fighting, but those who back the puppet regime seem a lot more tired than the Taliban supporters are. Trump’s few words are so vague they could mean anything or nothing.
“Who knows ?” Maybe try saying what you DO know…..you know, president stuff…
Step 1: Send in lots of planes.
Step 2: Put all the troops and equipment on the planes.
Step 3: Take off and leave this god forsaken country behind.