Interview with former US Ambassador John Bolton on Afghanistan

The transcript discusses the current safety situation compared to 2001, highlighting concerns about the Taliban's trustworthiness and the potential resurgence of terror threats. It emphasizes the Taliban's unchanged stance on issues like women's rights and the presence of foreign fighters. The discussion also covers the global implications of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan, suggesting it may be perceived as a weakness by countries like Russia and China.

How does the speaker view the current safety situation compared to post-9/11?

• Less secure than before

• About the same as before

• More secure than before

• Completely safe now

What is the speaker's opinion on the Taliban's promises of reform?

• They are trustworthy

• They have reformed completely

• They are not to be trusted

• They are allies now

What evidence does the speaker mention regarding the return of foreign fighters?

• Foreign fighters are neutral

• Foreign fighters are leaving

• Foreign fighters have started to return

• No evidence at all

What potential threat does the speaker highlight from Afghanistan?

• Political instability

• Terrorist attacks planned from sanctuaries

• Environmental disaster

• Economic collapse

What broader geopolitical effect does the speaker suggest the US withdrawal might have?

• Increased influence of Russia and China

• Strengthening of NATO

• Improved US relations with Afghanistan

• Stabilization of the Middle East