Over the past few months, fighting and conflict in Afghanistan has been increasing. As the US leaves, the problems in the country seem to be multiplying. In this episode of Thinking in English, let’s discuss what’s happening in Afghanistan in more detail!

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Vocabulary List

To take over (phrasal v) - to begin to have control of something

President Biden officially took over from President Trump in January 2021

Ally (n) - a country that has agreed officially to give help and support to another one, especially during a war

During the First World War, Turkey and Germany were allies

Solely (adv) - not involving anyone or anything else; only

I am solely responsible for this podcast

Insurgent (n) - someone who is fighting against the government in their own country

The insurgents are about to enter the capital city

To recapture (v) - to take something into your possession again, especially by force

The army recaptures the town from the rebels

Atrocity (n) - an extremely cruel, violent, or shocking act

They have been arrested for committing atrocities against people

Islamist (n) - a person or group who believes strongly in Islam, especially one who believes that Islam should influence political systems

Islamist groups are growing stronger in the region

Militant (adj) - engaged in warfare and combat

The militant army is growing stronger

Austere (adj) - very severe and unfriendly in manner

He has an austere face

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