Taliban Urges Negotiation

On Tuesday May 19, 2009, CNN had the chance to meet with various countries and ask questions dealing with numerous topics. Many of the countries seemed to possess the same ideas and concerns as they had since the beginning of the Taliban’s first attack.

The countries are not concerned about the fact that the Taliban possess weapons to bomb Israel and farther because many of the countries feel that Israel is not one of the Taliban’s targets. The countries are leaning more towards protecting and aiding India rather than Israel, although Israel completely feels differently on this topic. Although many of the countries are saying Israel is not in danger, Israel is still making sure that it protects its people.

One main topic that was brought up during an interview consisted of an update on the Taliban’s demands. He stated that his “demands and requests still stand,” and many countries have not tried to approach him, except for a selective, unnamed few. “The clock is ticking for the country’s to come talk to me,” is what the Taliban stated today. Although many countries seem to be taking action in regards to the Taliban’s demands by securing borders and putting out temporary plans, it seems as though the countries have made little progress.

The Taliban urges the countries to negotiate with him because the clock is ticking. Hopefully, a decision will be made by the UN Security Council before nuclear war breaks out.

By Ashley Barlow
Edited by Jeffrey Albrecht