Behind Taliban Lines
Why is there a war in Afghanistan?
August 11, 2021
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August 11, 2021
Behind Taliban Lines
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<p>Why is there a war in Afghanistan?</p><p>With the Taliban making advances in Afghanistan and US-led forces withdrawing after 20 years in the country, the BBC’s Secunder Kermani and government advisor, Professor Michael Semple, explain what’s happening on the ground.</p><p>And, as singer Rihanna celebrates becoming a billionaire, blogger and podcaster, Charisse Kenion, explains how Fenty Beauty (Rihanna's beauty company) has boomed.</p><p>Today’s Newscast was made by Maz Ebtehaj, with Ben Cooper and Alix Pickles. The studio director was Emma Crowe. The assistant editor is Sam Bonham</p>
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