It was interesting to see Satrapi actually giving reason for Iran's current state when most Persian's estranged from their country only criticize their nation, and some even show pure hatred towards it. In this essay, Satrapi gives us the history of Iran and how it was constantly abused by foreigners and gave rise to a much radical Iranian government. This could also be said about the formation and rise of Taliban.
Afghanistan was invaded by Russia but at that time Afghans had no means to defend themselves. Then enemy to the Russians, United States, worried that Russians would gain momentum during cold-war with this potential occupation, semi-anonymously armed the Afghan with foreign weapons and encouraged them to fight for their country and religion. After Russians retreated, armed Afghans anger, confusion and frustration turned into hatred and gave rise to Taliban. The reason behind their creation certainly doesn't justify their actions, but it makes one wonder if we should scrutinize the ugly creation that is Taliban or are we supposed to blame the creator? May be both parties are responsible and a lot of innocent people end up as casualties in a war of a few stupid people.
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