Russia May Be Gloating But It Faces Major Problems In Afghanistan

Chaos enveloped Kabul's main airport, with thousands of Afghans frantically rushing to flee Taliban fighters while U.S. Marines sought to provide security for American diplomats and allies being evacuated. Across town outside the Russian Embassy on August 16, it was a different scene: Taliban fighters taking up guard duties at the outer perimeter of the sprawling post: steel, brick, and barbed-wire walls outside; fountains, manicured lawns, and rose bushes inside. "They made a good impression on us, proper guys, well-armed, stood around the outer…