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Vol. 15 · No. 131 · Tuesday, 3 November 2026

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Taliban proposes 'call ahead' night raid policy for U.S. Military

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Khost, Afghanistan - The Taliban has asked to join the negotiation of night raids after a recent agreement between the United States and Afghanistan was reached. The agreement between the two governments means that the U.S. must notify their Afghan counterparts if a night raid is to take place.

Now the Taliban wishes to take part, and they met with American officials recently near the city of Khost.

Any possible agreement with the Taliban will further provide the path to peace, according to Afghan and Taliban officials.

The Taliban has enthusiastically offered a "Call Ahead" program as an olive branch gesture to U.S. forces. Taliban spokesman Zabiullah Mujahid explains:

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