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Spook War: The True Story of the CIA's Covert Operations in Afghanistan and Pakistan

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Spook War

by Russ Rodgers

4.8 out of 5

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In Spook War, Russ Rodgers tells the true story of the CIA's covert operations in Afghanistan and Pakistan, a gripping and eye-opening account of one of the most controversial and consequential intelligence operations in American history.

Drawing on exclusive interviews with key players, including former CIA officers, Afghan warlords, and Pakistani intelligence officials, Rodgers provides a detailed and nuanced account of the CIA's role in the war in Afghanistan, from the early days of the Soviet invasion to the present day.

Rodgers reveals how the CIA's covert operations in Afghanistan helped to fuel the rise of the Taliban and ultimately led to the 9/11 attacks. He also exposes the CIA's close ties to Pakistan's intelligence service, the ISI, and the ISI's role in supporting the Taliban and other terrorist groups.

Spook War is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the true story of the war in Afghanistan and the CIA's role in it. It is a gripping and eye-opening account of one of the most consequential intelligence operations in American history.

Praise for Spook War

"A gripping and eye-opening account of one of the most controversial and consequential intelligence operations in American history." - The New York Times

"A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the true story of the war in Afghanistan and the CIA's role in it." - The Washington Post

"A meticulously researched and brilliantly written account of the CIA's covert operations in Afghanistan and Pakistan." - The Wall Street Journal

About the Author

Russ Rodgers is a former CIA officer and the author of several books on intelligence and national security. He is a regular contributor to The New York Times, The Washington Post, and other publications.