Pakistan got involved in Afghanistan conflict to secure support from global powers: Khawaja Asif - Yes Punjab News Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif says Afghanistan conflicts were driven by political strategy and US support, not religious motives.

Pakistan got involved in Afghanistan conflict to secure support from global powers: Khawaja Asif yespunjab.com?p=216732

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Soviet soldiers in an Afghan village, ca. 1980s.

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America’s Shadow Dance with Osama Bin Laden: A Tale of Aid, Betrayal, and a Decade-Long Hunt In the 1980s, the U.S. supported Afghan fighters, indirectly fueling Osama Bin Laden's rise. After the Soviet withdrawal, he formed al-Qaeda, leading to tragic events like 9/11. The following decade saw challenges tracking him, revealing the complexities and unintended consequences of U.S. intervention, ultimately raising questions about accountability.

Did the U.S. light the fire that caused a young Osama Bin Laden’s rise? From Afghan aid to a 10yr hunt, uncover the messy truth of the ripple-effect & secrets. Why so quiet? Read now on AshesOnAir! #OsamaBinLaden #WarOnTerror #SovietAfghanWar What’s your take?

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