Pakistan-Taliban conflict: How India could benefit from shifting regional dynamics
As Pakistan's influence in Afghanistan comes under strain, India is rebuilding ties with the Taliban in Kabul.
DW reports: As Pakistan's influence in Afghanistan comes under strain, India is rebuilding ties with the Taliban in Kabul.
Can New Delhi turn this diplomatic opening into lasting strategic gains?
This world story centres on India. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Pakistan, Afghanistan and Taliban.
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