Juma Kahn, 23 was "tried" after being seized by Marines once they discovered ammunition, opium, and a bomb trigger device buried in his yard. "Trials" of young Taliban soldiers are a way of determining if they will rejoin Afghan society or are loyal to the Taliban. The trial took place after confinement and extensive questioning. Kahn left the Taliban, his elders swearing he'd never be a part of it again, and pledged himself to the Afghan government. Marines hope to "reintegrate" him, and other young Taliban soldiers like him, back into society, although they can never be certain if the soldiers ever rejoin. Reasons why young members of the Taliban stay or join vary, but most are worried about the consequences, according to the article.
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/05/24/world/asia/24reconcile.html?ref=world
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