Historic peace talks between the Taliban and the Afghan government have begun, but the future of Afghanistan remains uncertain. If these talks fail, Afghanistan could become a warzone similar to Syria, with escalating violence and instability. The Taliban might take over by force, and the US may lose interest in the region. Furthermore, Afghanistan risks becoming a breeding ground for terrorism, threatening not only the region but also international security. The failure of peace talks would have severe consequences, and the US must continue to engage to prevent further turmoil