Interview with former US Ambassador John Bolton on Afghanistan

The transcript discusses the historical context of foreign interventions in Afghanistan, focusing on the Soviet withdrawal in 1989 and the subsequent American involvement. The US aimed to dismantle the Taliban and Al Qaeda, achieving partial success. The discussion highlights the challenges of nation-building and the primary goal of protecting America from terrorism, emphasizing the complexity of the mission and its ongoing repercussions.

What was the outcome of the Russian withdrawal from Afghanistan as described in the text?

What challenges does the speaker mention regarding the mission in Afghanistan?