The ISI is a 'directorate', it does not have any 'directorates' inside its operational structure. Steve is just trying to sell his book, good for him, but he ought to be honest.
The book is more about the American incompetence in Afghanistan and less about the ISI. It was only after the Afghans (Taliban and non-Taliban) and Pakistanis realize that the Americans have no post-WAR plan and had to act to make one for themselves. Also the book doesn't look at Indian and Iranian role, which is admittedly the most important reason why Pakistan had to step in.
What a great writer and even greater human- Steve Coll.
The ISI is a 'directorate', it does not have any 'directorates' inside its operational structure. Steve is just trying to sell his book, good for him, but he ought to be honest.
The book is more about the American incompetence in Afghanistan and less about the ISI. It was only after the Afghans (Taliban and non-Taliban) and Pakistanis realize that the Americans have no post-WAR plan and had to act to make one for themselves.
Also the book doesn't look at Indian and Iranian role, which is admittedly the most important reason why Pakistan had to step in.
Did you read the book