Name: The Last Days of Kabul
Rating: 8.0

Synopsis

Afghanistan: A look back at the history of a wounded country. Based on testimonies from Afghan and international political actors, this three-part documentary provides the keys to better understanding the Taliban's lightning takeover of the country on August 15, 2021. A striking summary of forty years of terror and fighting.

First Air Date: 2026-08-25

Last Air Date: 2026-08-25

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 3

Networks: ARTE

Seasons

Season 1 (2026)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: The Lost Country (2026-08-25)

Based on testimonies from Afghan and international political actors, this three-part documentary contextualizes the Taliban's dazzling takeover of power in the country on August 15, 2021. A gripping summary of forty years of terror and combat.
Ep. 2: The American War (2026-08-25)

Following the American offensive of 2001, an international coalition was organized to stabilize the country and find a lasting political solution.
Ep. 3: The Fall of Kabul (2026-08-25)

Despite a 2016 campaign focused on domestic politics, Donald Trump is involved in Afghanistan: after sending reinforcements to the armies in 2017, then concluding a ceasefire in 2018, the American president begins negotiations with the Taliban and organizes the signing of the Doha agreements, on February 29, 2020, which requires the release of 5,000 Taliban prisoners.