U.S. Could Sign Peace Deal With The Taliban This Week

The transcript discusses US-Taliban peace negotiations in Qatar, endorsed by President Trump, which hinge on the Taliban reducing violence for a short period. If successful, US troop numbers in Afghanistan could decrease. Defense Secretary Mark Esper suggests that fewer troops are needed. Previous peace talks were halted after a Taliban attack killed a US service member and Afghan civilians.

How many troops were reportedly stationed in Afghanistan before the potential reduction?

What event led President Trump to cut off peace talks with the Taliban?