Nazir Ahmed, operating from his base in Pakistan, is one of the main thorns in the side of coalition forces in Afghanistan, yet the United States considers him one of the "good Taliban" with whom they can do business in reconciliation talks. In his first-ever interview with independent media, Nazir categorically rules out any dialogue until all foreign troops leave, and reveals how he - and the Taliban - have been dramatically influenced as al-Qaeda prepares its next generation of leaders. - Syed Saleem Shahzad (May 4, '11) This is the first article in a two-part report.
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