Note: This story was originally published in Al-Daffla Blog, a joint media venture between Duffel Blog and Al Jazeera. Reading through news reports trying to find inspiration for a new spring attack can be depressing for a twenty-something Taliban fighter. If you're like most, you may fall in love with one particular suicide vest considered "hot" for this season, only to find out it cost $1300 and it's way out of your price range.
Taliban Spring Offensive 2013: What's Out…
Note: This story was originally published in Al-Daffla Blog, a joint media venture between Duffel Blog and Al Jazeera. Reading through news reports trying to find inspiration for a new spring attack can be depressing for a twenty-something Taliban fighter. If you're like most, you may fall in love with one particular suicide vest considered "hot" for this season, only to find out it cost $1300 and it's way out of your price range.
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