U.S. Envoy Meets With Taliban A Month After Trump Calls Talks 'Dead'

The transcript discusses recent developments in peace talks between the US and the Taliban, highlighting a trust-building meeting in Islamabad. It covers the cancellation of previous talks by President Trump due to violence, and the conditions required for future negotiations. A potential peace agreement could end the 18-year war and allow US troops to leave Afghanistan.

What was the primary purpose of the meeting between Zalmay Khalilzad and the Taliban in Islamabad?

• To finalize a peace agreement

• To reestablish trust

• To announce the end of the war

• To discuss economic aid

What was one of the reasons President Trump canceled the peace talks?

• A lack of interest from the Taliban

• A surge of violence and the death of a U.S. soldier

• A disagreement over economic policies

• A change in U.S. foreign policy

How long did the previous peace talks last before they were canceled?

• Six months

• Almost a year

• Two years

• Three months

What do the Taliban want before resuming negotiations?

• Economic aid

• A new U.S. ambassador

• Military support

• Guarantees from all stakeholders

What would a peace agreement between the US and Afghanistan potentially achieve?

• Create a new trade agreement

• Establish a new government

• End the 18-year war and allow U.S. troops to leave

• Increase in foreign investments