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Afghanistan’s Karzai and Taliban to U.S.: Go Away and Shut Up

The Afghan president says he wants America restricted to its bases. The Taliban break off talks. Who will blink? Sami Yousafzai and Ron Moreau on the latest standoffs. Plus, Bruce Riedel on why the suspended talks increase the likelihood of a confrontation with Taliban-friendly Pakistan.

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