Afghanistan: the triumph of the Taliban in the streets of Kabul – Franceinfo

The Taliban parade Monday, August 16 in the streets of Kabul, Kalashnikov clearly visible and with a smile on their face. In the district of foreign embassies, they are now the masters of the place. The Afghan flag is gradually being withdrawn from public buildings. The situation frightens a large part of the population, even if a Taliban leader tries to reassure: “Everything is under control, everything will be fine, no one has to worry. “

The Taliban are guarding the presidential palace, which they conquered on Sunday evening. In front of the cameras, a commander poses in the abandoned seat of the Afghan president in exile. Twenty years after being ousted from power, the Taliban are savoring their triumph. In Kabul, there is silence and calm in days of uncertainty. Many residents are holed up in their homes, waiting to see whether the Taliban’s reassuring speech will stand the test of the facts.