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The rapid overthrow of the Taliban in late 2001 raised hopes that Afghanistan could be rebuilt as a stable, democratic state. This lesson examines the challenges of nation-building, the nature of the Taliban regime that had been removed, and the early problems that would eventually lead to a prolonged insurgency.
Understanding the nature of the Taliban regime helps explain both why it was removed and why many Afghans initially welcomed the change.
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