PoliticalAfghanistan·Unpinned15 Aug 2026 · 12d ago
Taliban marks five years in power in Afghanistan
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On August 15, 2026, the Taliban observed the fifth anniversary of their return to power in Kabul, Afghanistan. Public displays included black and white flags, graffiti depicting blood to honor fighter sacrifices, and posters celebrating the removal of democracy in favor of Islamic rule. Celebrations involved young Afghans chanting independence songs and vehicles driving through the capital city.
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