The Doha Deal: Indian Dynamics

The USA signed a historic deal with Taliban on 29^th February, 2020, at Doha (Qatar) which is touted to be a step towards ending 18-years long war. India, being an active participant in Afghan peace process sees this development as unpleasant.

Specifics of the Deal

• Ceasefire: Negotiators agreed to a temporary reduction in violence and said that a lasting cease-fire among U.S., Taliban, and Afghan forces will be part of intra-Afghan negotiations.
• Withdrawal of Foreign Forces: U.S. troops to be reduced from the current 14,000 to 8,600 by June 15 (in 135 days) and withdrawal of all remaining U.S. and foreign ....