Taliban and ANSF / Junbish movements around Andkhoy.
The Taliban group that killed 20+ commandos in Dawlatabad, Faryab (including Col. Sohrab Azim) went north to capture Andkhoy, Faryab and was subsequently confronted by an ANSF / Junbish force resulting in fierce fighting over Andkhoy. Another Taliban group is believed to be coming up on the ANSF / Junbish force from behind.
Taliban are increasing their leverage for the next round of negotiations with Kabul.
Ghani doesn’t want peace, he wants American checks. Incentives determine outcome.
Abdullah not ready to shut door on peace with Taliban. He should depose Ghani first.
Taliban and ANSF movements around Kandahar.
Afghan government forces began clearing operations in Nesh and Maiwand. Taliban captured Ghorak and Khakrez in Kandahar province, and Mizan in Zabul province. Another group of Taliban from Zabul is believed to be marching to Spin Boldak along the border.
