Taliban Says New Troops Near Central Asian Borders Will Bring Stability. The Neighbors Are Not So Sure

The Taliban Defense Ministry says it has created at least five military units in Afghanistan's north and west, bordering Central Asia. Taliban officials insist the move is aimed at strengthening security in those areas and will contribute to regional stability, but not everyone is so sure.

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