America’s longest war, the two-decade-long conflict in Afghanistan that started in the wake of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, killed tens of thousands of people, dogged four U.S. presidents and …
US starts withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan in hope of ending ‘forever war’
The United States formally begins withdrawing its last troops from Afghanistan Saturday, bringing its longest war nearer to an end but also heralding an uncertain future for a country in the …
Suicide bombing at Afghanistan’s Pul-e-Alam kills 21; government accuses Taliban of involvement
Kabul: The death toll in a powerful suicide truck bombing that struck a guest house in eastern Afghanistan rose to 21 with as many as 90 others wounded, officials said Saturday. No one immediately …
Timeline: US intervention in Afghanistan
The US-led invasion of Afghanistan in 2001, following the 9/11 terror attacks, targeted Al-Qaeda in the sanctuaries provided by the then Taliban government.
Former NATO commander worries U.S. troop pullout from Afghanistan ‘will cause a collapse’
Retired Navy Admiral James Stavridis explains why he’s concerned about the U.S. withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan.
‘It’s all Taliban country now’: New militant checkpoints on key roadways choke off parts of Afghanistan
The outposts frustrate military resupply efforts, stifle the provision of government services and undercut confidence in the country’s elected officials.
U.S. Military Official Says Afghanistan Could See Military Collapse, Civil War After Troops Leave
General Mark Milley said the departure of U.S. and coalition forces will test the Afghan government’s resolve in unpredictable ways.
Tallying the human, social and financial costs of America’s 20-year war in Afghanistan
America’s longest war killed tens of thousands of people, dogged four U.S. presidents and ultimately proved unwinnable, despite its staggering cost …
America Must Protect the Most Vulnerable in Afghanistan | Opinion
We need to be actively involved in contributing to a peaceful future and that means significantly increasing the refugee quota for Afghanistan, doubling down on diplomatic engagement and committing …
The United States should withdraw our troops from Afghanistan
Understanding the U.S. decision to withdraw from Afghanistan requires an investigation of the history involved, writes Michael Joyner.