Taliban Enforcing Brutal Policies After U.S. Troop Withdrawal

The video discusses the Taliban's return to brutal tactics, including public executions and restrictions on barbers and women's education. In the US, military officials advised President Biden to keep troops in Afghanistan to prevent a Taliban takeover, but Biden claimed he couldn't recall such advice. Concerns about Afghanistan becoming a terrorism breeding ground were raised. Women's rights activists in Kabul are urging the Taliban to reopen schools for girls. Meanwhile, many Afghan allies and US citizens are still trying to leave the country, but it's unclear who the Taliban is allowing to depart.

What recent actions by the Taliban signal a return to their past brutal tactics?

• Promoting free speech

• Banning barbers from shaving beards

• Encouraging tourism

• Allowing women to attend university

What did US military officials advise President Biden regarding troop presence in Afghanistan?

• To increase the number of troops significantly

• To focus on diplomatic solutions only

• To withdraw all troops immediately

• To maintain a small force to prevent a Taliban takeover

What is a potential consequence of the US military withdrawal from Afghanistan?

• Afghanistan becoming a peaceful nation

• A decrease in global terrorism

• Afghanistan becoming a breeding ground for terrorism

• An increase in international trade

What promise did the Taliban break regarding their international relations?

• Ending ties with Al Qaeda

• Establishing a democratic government

• Improving economic conditions

• Building new infrastructure

What are women's rights activists in Kabul urging the Taliban to do?

• Ban all forms of education

• Close all schools

• Reopen schools to girls

• Focus on military expansion