Coll, Steve - Ghost Wars (Hardcover)

In Ghost Wars: The Secret History of the CIA, Afghanistan, and Bin Laden, from the Soviet Invasion to September 10, 2001, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Steve Coll provides an exhaustive account of the CIA's covert involvement in Afghanistan leading up to the events of 9/11. Drawing from extensive interviews and classified documents, Coll delves into the intricate web of espionage, political maneuvers, and unintended consequences that characterized U.S. foreign policy in the region. The narrative begins with the 1979 Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, detailing how the CIA funded and armed Afghan Mujahideen fighters in a bid to counter Soviet influence. As the story progresses, Coll examines the rise of Osama bin Laden, the formation of al-Qaeda, and the complex relationships between the U.S., Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia. The book culminates with an analysis of missed opportunities and intelligence failures that ultimately led to the tragic events of September 11, 2001. Ghost Wars is lauded for its meticulous research and balanced perspective, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of the factors that contributed to the emergence of global terrorism. 

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