The assassination that served as a forgotten warning before 9/11
In short: Two days before the attacks on September 11, 2001, Osama Bin Laden assassinated Commander Massoud. This documentary explores why Western powers ignored Massoud's repeated warnings about the rise of the Taliban.
Known as the "Lion of Panjshir," Commander Massoud spent months attempting to alert Europe and the United States to the dangers posed by Islamic fundamentalism in Afghanistan. Despite his efforts, these warnings were largely overlooked by Western governments.
The film utilizes first-hand accounts from diplomats, political leaders, and military officers from both Europe and Afghanistan. It investigates whether Massoud was intentionally silenced to protect economic interests involving weapons sales to Pakistan, suggesting that listening to him earlier might have altered the course of history.
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