In some of his most direct comments with regard to the Afghan peace
talks, President Trump has confirmed accelerating peace talks in
Afghanistan, saying that “great nations do not fight endless wars.”
Trump confirmed that 17 years into this war, it is now possible to
“pursue a possible political solution.” Though he admitted there was no
guarantee of success, he did say that “the hour has come to at least try
for peace.”
This has been opposed by the US Senate, where the McConnell Amendment
expressed opposition to any US withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan.
The resolution also wants troops to stay in Syria, though in both cases
it is ultimately non-binding.
Negotiations with the Taliban have been ongoing for months, and reports
are that a basic framework is all but in place. This would involve the
US leaving Afghanistan, and the Taliban keeping al-Qaeda and ISIS out.
Finalizing the deal is going to require some specific details to be
worked out, but it really does seem that such a deal is more attainable
now that at any time in years. President Trump’s commitment to “at least
try” is much deeper than what most officials have offered during this
war.
Trump Vows to Stop Endless Wars, Emphasizes Afghan Negotiations
'The hour has come to at least try for peace'
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