The Wrong Enemy
by Carlotta Gall
"America in Afghanistan, 2001–2014"
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The Wrong Enemy by Carlotta Gall
Details
War:
War on Terror
Perspective:
War Correspondents
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
No
Region:
Middle East
Page Count:
365
Published Date:
2014
ISBN13:
9780544045682
Summary
The Wrong Enemy examines America's longest war in Afghanistan from 2001 to 2014, based on New York Times correspondent Carlotta Gall's extensive reporting from the region. The book argues that the United States focused on the wrong adversary by concentrating efforts in Afghanistan while Pakistan provided sanctuary and support to the Taliban and al-Qaeda. Drawing from interviews with Afghan civilians, Taliban fighters, and officials, Gall reveals how Pakistan's intelligence services undermined the war effort. The book challenges conventional narratives about the conflict and questions strategic decisions that prolonged the war while the real threat operated across the border.
