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Five years after the Taliban won, Afghanistan is still losing

Five years after the Taliban's return to power, Afghanistan's future remains uncertain.

By · Published August 17, 2026  05:56 UTC · Updated August 18, 2026  22:27 UTC

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The Taliban marked five years since regaining power in Afghanistan, with reports highlighting ongoing restrictions on women's public participation and a worsening human rights situation. Coverage reflected on the group's achievements and failures during this period, as well as the experiences of those who fled the country.

Epilogue added 43d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 4 distinct news outlets with 4 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 2.
  • Primary Driver: Five years after the Taliban's return to power, Afghanistan's future remains uncertain.
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Five years after the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan, the country faces severe challenges. The United Nations has warned of a worsening human rights crisis. Women remain largely excluded from public life.

The Taliban has made strides in re-establishing governance but has struggled with economic instability and international isolation. The Guardian published a personal account of the stark contrast between freedoms enjoyed outside Afghanistan and the restrictions faced by those still in the country. The Taliban's achievements and failures are under scrutiny.

Al Jazeera assessed the group's progress and setbacks. The Times of Israel and PBS both noted the Taliban's five-year milestone in power, with PBS also mentioning the UN's concerns about human rights.

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How long has the Taliban been in power in Afghanistan?

The Taliban regained control of Afghanistan five years ago.

What are the main challenges facing Afghanistan under Taliban rule?

Afghanistan faces a human rights crisis, economic instability, and international isolation. Women remain largely excluded from public life.

What has the Taliban achieved in the past five years?

The Taliban has re-established governance in Afghanistan. Coverage does not yet specify what the Taliban has failed to achieve.

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