Afghanistan is incredibly rich in mineral resources- and it is positioned in a strategic location. But it remains one of the most impoverished nations on earth- due to being caught repeatedly between major global super powers. Afghans were never keen on the Communist Soviets attempts to gain influence over their country and always much preferred to work with the Christian West if at all possible. As Mullah Omar once said 'If the US would adhere to Christian principles we would not have a problem with them.' The Teleban played a major role in defeating the USSR but that was not enough then Uncle Sam demanded more including Unocals oil pipeline project which was being forced upon the Teleban government which ultimately precipitated the 9/11 attacks. Unocal/CIA had demanded Teleban give security to their planned pipeline across Afghanistan but the Teleban refused explaining the pipeline operator needed to negotiate with each regional governor for access. Unocals arrogant refusal to understand the nature of Afghanistans power structures and regional governors ultimately resulted in 9/11.

The Teleban and Afghanistan have fought bravely for their sovereignty at huge cost - leave them be and even assist them to develop their vast mineral resources but stop the threats. They would still prefer to work with Christians than Communists... So Trump back off - you are a bully and thug and disgrace to Christian values.