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Taliban Influence and Regional Tensions
Five years after the Taliban took power, Western influence is being questioned. Lebanon’s PM urges an Israeli withdrawal while Hezbollah criticizes the approach. Yemen's government reports a Houthi attack that killed at least four.
Coverage timeline — 3 articles
BBC News
Five years after the Taliban swept to power, many are asking whether the West has any bargaining chips left
2026-08-14 17:00 UTC
Al Jazeera
Hostilities are rising between Iran-backed Houthis and Yemen's internationally recognised government.
2026-08-14 22:45 UTC
Al Jazeera
Hezbollah criticises Beirut’s approach, accusing officials of exposing the Lebanese army to risks and Israeli pressure.
2026-08-14 23:02 UTC