Afghan political history

Afghanistan's political history is marked by ethnic diversity and conflict. In the 20th century, it transitioned from monarchy to republic, facing coups and foreign interventions. The Soviet invasion in 1979 sparked a decade-long war, leading to a rise in the Mujahideen. Following the Soviet withdrawal, civil war ensued, allowing the Taliban to seize control in the 1990s. The U.S. invasion in 2001, post-9/11, aimed to dismantle the Taliban and combat terrorism, resulting in a fragile democracy. In 2021, the Taliban returned to power as U.S. troops withdrew, raising concerns about human rights and stability in the region.