Can the U.S. Really Work With the Taliban?

The transcript discusses the strategic behavior of the Taliban post-US withdrawal from Afghanistan, highlighting the need for moderation and the evacuation of Americans and allies. It addresses human rights concerns, particularly women's rights, and the leverage the US holds over the Taliban. The challenges of intelligence gathering and security threats from ISIS and Al Qaeda are explored, along with a comparison of the current security landscape to the pre-9/11 era.

What is the primary concern if the Taliban interfere with the evacuation of Americans and Afghan allies?

• Support from other Western countries

• Economic sanctions on Afghanistan

• Increased military presence in Afghanistan

• Loss of diplomatic relations with the U.S.

What is considered a core requirement for any meaningful relationship with the Taliban?

• Economic aid without conditions

• Military cooperation against ISIS

• Protection of women's rights and legal equality

• Access to Afghanistan's natural resources

What challenge does the U.S. face in gathering intelligence on ISIS Khorasan?

• Dependence on Taliban and Pakistani intelligence

• Inability to track financial transactions

• Limited access to commercial satellites

• Lack of satellite technology

What does the speaker suggest about Al Qaeda's potential activities post-withdrawal?

• They will establish large bases

• They will focus on financial growth

• They will operate more cautiously

• They will form alliances with ISIS

What does the speaker believe about the Taliban's relationship with Al Qaeda?

• They are likely to sever ties

• They have no significant relationship

• They view Al Qaeda as competitors

• They see Al Qaeda as allies

How does the speaker view the current situation in Afghanistan compared to the pre-9/11 era?

• There is no significant difference

• The situation is identical to pre-9/11

• The U.S. is less prepared now

• The U.S. is better prepared now

What is the speaker's opinion on the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan?

• It had no impact on security

• It was a mistake

• It was a necessary decision

• It was a strategic success