Deakin University Greg Barton on Deadly Kabul Attack

The video discusses the recent attacks in Kabul by ISIS K, highlighting the ongoing threat and the complex dynamics between ISIS K and the Taliban. It explores the Taliban's challenges in managing security and their interactions with the international community, particularly the role of Pakistan. The video also examines China's strategic interests in the region and their reliance on Pakistan to manage the situation.

What do you think the recent attacks in Kabul signify for future confrontations between terrorist groups?

How has the intensity of attacks by ISIS K changed over the past 18 months?

In what ways do the Taliban and ISIS K differ in their operational strategies?

What challenges does the Afghan Taliban face in controlling ISIS K within its territory?

How might international relations, particularly with Pakistan, influence the Taliban's approach to ISIS K?