‘Cool Birds’: Afghan general describes awe of first F-35 encounter
An Afghan National Army general recalls an F-35 airstrike in Afghanistan that left a lasting impression on Afghan troops.
By Hope Hodge Seck
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Meet the Afghan general who wants to take on the Taliban
“We could mobilize tens of thousands of soldiers in a matter of months. We believe ... thousands of fresh recruits will also rush to the call."
By Hope Hodge Seck
Biden vows payback for deadly attacks on U.S. troops, but will keep Aug. 31 Afghanistan withdrawal plan
Twelve service members were killed in an attack by ISIS-K fighters, Pentagon officials said.
West warns of possible attack at Kabul airport amid airlift
Several countries urged people to avoid the airport, with Belgium saying there was a threat of a suicide bombing.
By Ziarmal Hashimi and Jon Gambrell, The Associated Press
Here’s how Biden could mitigate damage done by the Afghan withdrawal
The effort will need to start in Afghanistan but must be global in nature.
By Hans Binnendijk and Robert Bell
Hundreds of Americans still awaiting evacuation from Afghanistan: State Dept
About 4,500 U.S. citizens are among the 82,000 individuals transported out of the country since Aug. 14.
After evacuation, Afghan refugees still face numerous obstacles
Significant background checks before traveling to the United States are still happening, administration officials said.
China blasts US over Afghanistan pullout, describes ‘effective’ talks with Taliban
China considers Kabul to be an “important platform and channel for both sides to discuss important matters of all kinds.”
Two Congress members fly to Kabul, infuriate DoD, White House
Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Mass., and Rep. Peter Meijer, R-Mich., flew in and out on charter aircraft and were on the ground at the Kabul airport for several hours.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Breaking hearts and minds: The strategy of surrender
This is more than just an issue of international credibility, it is also one of national security.
By Joan Barker
Biden says he expects Afghanistan evacuations to be finished next week
About 64,000 individuals have been evacuated from Kabul in recent weeks, but advocates say thousands more are still waiting.
Troop, family sacrifices in Afghanistan not in vain
We must remind them gently and respectfully that the answer is no — that the value of their deeds over the last 20 years can never be diminished.
By David Kim