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The Taliban takes power in Kabul

Taliban members patrol the streets of Afghan capital Kabul

Taliban members patrol the streets of Afghan capital Kabul Source: Getty

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Afghanistan's government has collapsed, the Taliban are in control, and western nations are scrambling to exit Kabul.

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