Mygosh, there was a “conspiracy theory” that the fascination with turning Afghanistan into a US close friend had to do with untapped natural resources.
If only. We’re just giving it to the ChiComs.
Imagine that. Afghanistan is rich in gemstones as well. Too bad the people are so attached to their Religion of Bullies to pull themselves together into a democracy. They could have a wonderful country. But noooooo, Allah wouldn't like it.