In ending the war in Afghanistan, the U.S. belittled and sidelined its partner in favor of engaging with the enemy. The result can hardly be called a success.

CAIRO, August 16. /TASS/. The radical Taliban movement (outlawed in Russia) has hoisted its flag above the presidential palace in Kabul late on Sunday, the Al Jazeera television reported.

CAIRO, August 15./TASS/. A delegation of the Taliban movement (outlawed in Russia) is conducting negotiations at the presidential palace in Kabul, Al Arabiya reports referring to its sources.