Amidst rift between the United States and Pakistan on counterterror efforts, the US Department of Defense said on Thursday that the two sides have many opportunities to fight terrorism and help with stability in Afghanistan.

The Pentagon spokesperson said the reason to increase pressure on the Taliban is to get the group to a political solution.

In this episode of Tawde Khabare, host Nemat Rawan discusses the topic with following guests:

• Military analyst Gharzai Khwakhozhai

• Defense ministry spokesman Mohamad Radmanish

• Former governor of Herat Fazlullah Wahidi

• Military affairs analyst Tahir Yarghal