Ankara’s allied syrian militias were supposed to help ensure the security of the airport. The overwhelming victory of the Taliban, however, puts everything back on the line.
Objective: to allow Kabul to counter the offensive of the Islamic Emirate (IEA), which involves more and more areas in the country. Especially in view of the international exit.
IS claims the attack: part of the Answer the Call campaign. Objective: to make propaganda and gain visibility to regain weight on the Taliban engaged in Doha and in the offensive in half the country.
Commando bursts into the complex and starts firing on people. It is still barricaded inside where there is also an Iranian delegation. The Taliban deny involvement. Eyes on Isis-Haqqani Network.
ISKP, taking advantage of the alliance with the Haqqani Network, launches attacks against the Islamic Emirate in Nangarhar and Kunar. It also stars recruiting disgrutled jihadists.
Daesh, that relinquishes the leadership to the local group, will provide technology and work force. The latter, relations and logistical support in FATA. Objective: to survive the "new" Taliban.