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Afghanistan, five years on: our correspondent visits

The Economist· Aug 14, 2026· 26m 20s

Five years after the American withdrawal from Afghanistan , the Taliban show little sign of moderation. Our correspondent reports from the country on what life is like for ordinary people. A giant earthquake reveals two very different Colombias . And celebrating the life of Gurkha climber, Nirmal Purja , who died in an avalanche. Watch extended clips from Insider here , plus the full Elon Musk interview.  Guests and host: Tom Sasse, South Asia bureau chief Claire McQue, Latin America writer

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Afghanistan, five years on: our correspondent visits

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  1. Welcome to the program. I'm your host.

    Welcome to the program. I'm your host.

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  2. Today we look at the major stories shaping the news cycle.

    Today we look at the major stories shaping the news cycle.

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  3. We start in Europe, where leaders met in Brussels.

    We start in Europe, where leaders met in Brussels.

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  4. The summit focused on energy policy and migration.

    The summit focused on energy policy and migration.

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  5. Reporting from the ground, our correspondent has more.

    Reporting from the ground, our correspondent has more.

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  6. Thank you. The mood here was tense but constructive.

    Thank you. The mood here was tense but constructive.

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