Trump: Peace Talks With Taliban Are 'Dead, As Far As I'm Concerned'

The US withdrew from peace talks with the Taliban after a suicide bombing in Kabul. President Trump canceled a planned summit at Camp David with Taliban leaders and Afghan President Ghani. The Taliban does not recognize the Afghan government and has not included it in negotiations. The US proposed a deal to withdraw troops in exchange for security guarantees, but the Afghan government fears destabilization. President Ghani, facing reelection, calls for direct peace talks with the Taliban and a ceasefire.

How has the Afghan government responded to the proposed peace talks with the Taliban?

What was the impact of the US-led campaign on Afghan civilians according to the text?