<”It says that at the same time American military forces have maintained relationships with warlords which undercut efforts to strengthen the authority of the government in Kabul.

“Overall, the researchers conclude that the human rights situation in the country remains grim, despite the demise of the Taleban.

“In reference to Herat, the group describes a climate of fear where arbitrary arrests, torture and violence are commonplace, particularly targeting the province's Pashtun minority.”

Doesn’t sound much like a continuing effort to bring democracy to the people of Afghanistan. Or rebuild the country.

Arf (if I were Kurdish I wouldn't trust him)