AFGHANISTAN: David Chater reports for Sky News Covering the War in Northern Afghanistan and the Battle for Kunduz.

The transcript covers the conflict involving the Taliban and American forces, highlighting the impact on local fighters and civilians. It discusses defections, promises of no reprisals, and the ongoing bombardment. The narrative shifts to negotiation efforts leading to the Taliban's surrender, leaving Al Qaeda as the remaining defenders. The report concludes with the Taliban's retreat into history.

What was the primary reason for the Taliban fighters' retreat from Honduras?

• Internal conflicts within the Taliban

• Intense American bombardment

• Support from local civilians

• Lack of food supplies

How did the Northern Alliance soldiers communicate with a Taliban defector?

• By sending a messenger

• Via shortwave radio

• Through a secret meeting

• Using encrypted emails

What did the Taliban take with them when they fled to Honduras?

• Weapons and ammunition

• Hospital supplies of painkillers

• Local civilians as hostages

• Food and water supplies

What was the condition of the young shepherd mentioned in the transcript?

• He was captured by the Taliban

• He was unharmed

• He lost his fingers due to a landmine

• He was a Taliban fighter

What is the status of Al Qaeda terrorists in the town according to the final section?

• They are still defending the town

• They have fled the country

• They have surrendered

• They are negotiating a peace deal