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Taliban victory celebrations are subdued amid perceived US pressure
AfghanistanUnited States
First seen: Aug 22, 2026, 12:16 PM UTCUpdated: Aug 22, 2026, 12:16 PM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
Taliban Victory Day celebrations were reportedly more subdued than expected. Experts attributed this partly to pressure associated with US President Donald Trump.
SO WHAT?
The development signals possible geopolitical pressure affecting the Taliban’s public posture.
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