Afghanistan: Structural Factors behind Long-term Instability

This diploma thesis examines the development of the conflict in Afghanistan and the structural factors that have long influenced the instability of the country and created conditions for recurring armed conflicts. Through historical analysis, it demonstrates how ethnic fragmentation, strong tribal and religious structures, weak state institutions, and dependence on foreign assistance have shaped Afghanistan's political and social development. Interviews with experts and commentators complement the theoretical part and provide their perspectives on the causes of the conflict and on why many of these problems persist to this day.