On January 1, 2001, forces of the Northern Alliance seized control of the Ghalmin district in Ghor Province after fierce fighting with the Taliban. This occurred during the final phase of Afghanistan’s civil conflict before the U.S.-led intervention later that year. The district’s capture represented a small but symbolic victory for anti-Taliban forces struggling to maintain territory. The battle reflected the fragmented nature of Afghanistan’s political landscape in the early 2000s, with various warlords controlling different regions. It also underscored the Northern Alliance’s persistence despite limited resources and harsh winter conditions.
