Saud, Prince Turki AlFaisal Al

The Afghanistan File

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ISBN 13:
9780992980887
author:
Saud, Prince Turki AlFaisal Al
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Arabian Publishing Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2021
Pages:
272
Dimensions:
23.8 x 16.3 x 2.2 centimetres (0
Genre:
History, Modern, 20th Century,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£20.39

Description

The Afghanistan File by Turkī Al Faisal Āl Saʻūd is a gripping account of Saudi Arabia's involvement in Afghanistan from 1979 to 2001. The book recounts the country's backing of the Mujahideen against the Soviet occupation, followed by attempts to broker peace among the factions after their withdrawal. Prince Turki Al Faisal's memoir reveals the complexities and challenges faced by Saudi Arabia and its allies in dealing with the Mujahideen. He shares personal anecdotes, including a notable attempt to bring the leaders together at the Kaaba in Mecca, which ultimately proved unsuccessful. The book also details the author's negotiations with the Taliban for the surrender of Osama Bin Laden. Declassified Intelligence Department documents are included in the book, providing insight into the origins of nihilistic terrorism in the Middle East and its connection to Afghanistan. This historical account offers a unique perspective on a pivotal period in modern history.

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