Context
The blast near the Supreme Court premises in Kabul that left at least 20 people dead, underscores the growing insecurity in Afghanistan
Article highlights the increasing frequency of attacks by Taliban in Afghanistan, its gradual consolidation as a strong insurgent force and the consequent inability of the elected government to stand against it
Author suggests
To turn its fortunes around in the 15-year-old civil war,
- Afghanistan needs to strengthen the administration: Mr. Ghani should initiate the administrative reforms he had promised and put up a stronger, united fight against terrorist groups
- Seek out help: Kabul should seek more help and a higher level of commitment from other countries, including the U.S., in combating terror
