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Pakistan established
Pakistan becomes the first homeland for Muslims -
Soviet Invasion of Afghanistan
The beginning of Soviet Command on Afghan Soil. -
Soviets Expulsed
At this time, the Soviet forces were driven from Afghanistan and the Mujaheddin replaced them.Years of in fighting break out. -
General Baqi and General Yagoubi were assassinated
Head of the Khad, General Baqi and deputy director, general Yaqoubi both associates of Najibullah were assassinated by the Taliban. -
Taliban takes over Kabul
This is a major plot point in "A Thousand Splendid Suns," and marked the beginning of a dark time in Kabul. -
Americans go to war against the Taliban
After they refused to hand over Osama bin Laden, America declared war. -
Earthquake in Swat and the Radio Mullah
A level 7.6 earthquake hits Pakistan, but is also felt in Afghanistan and India, causing villages, cities, and schools to be destroyed. Maulana Fazlullah, the Radio Mullah, preaches that sinful acts by humans caused this earthquake to be sent by God. Joys from Pashtun culture are taken away, such as movies, dancing, and women going out to shop. -
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Taliban Influence Across Swat
The Taliban move into Pakistan, posing threats and fear among the villages. More rights are taken away, including women's education. -
Malala is shot
On the ride to school, Malala is shot by a member of the Taliban. She is rushed to a hospital in Swat, then relocated to Peshawar. Less than a week later, she is relocated to Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham