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#1096 - A GUERRA ENTRE AFEGANISTÃO E PAQUISTÃO AOS OLHOS DE PEQUIM E WASHINGTON

April 10, 2026·28 min·2 clips

The US-Iran deal brokered by Trump is collapsing, with Pakistan playing a key role despite Chinese involvement.

The episode begins by discussing the collapse of the US-Iran nuclear deal, with Pakistan playing a key role despite Chinese involvement. Zaidan then shifts focus to the war between Afghanistan and Pakistan, noting that while the press ignores it, the US and China are closely monitoring due to its global relevance. He explains that the conflict stems from the Durand Line, a border established by British official Mortimer Durand in the 19th century, which artificially divides the Pashtun ethnic group between the two countries. Afghanistan rejects this line, while Pakistan insists on maintaining it for territorial control. The historical context includes Pakistan's complex relationship with the Taliban, which originated in Pakistani madrasas and was supported by Pakistan during the Soviet-Afghan war. Pakistan later aided the US invasion of Afghanistan but also helped the Taliban return to power. Zaidan describes the current war as involving both the Afghan Taliban and the Pakistani Taliban, though they are separate entities. He highlights China's role as a mediator in the conflict and its strategic interest in using Afghanistan as a land corridor to reduce dependence on US-controlled sea routes. Russia also views Afghanistan as important for alternative energy pipelines. The episode touches on Pakistan's broader foreign policy, including its tensions with India and relationships with various regional powers. Zaidan argues that the war's outcome could weaken the Taliban and benefit groups like the Islamic State, aligning with US interests. Throughout, he criticizes media priorities for overlooking significant conflicts in favor of Western-centric news.

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