‘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
Taliban sweep across Afghanistan’s south, take 3 more cities
The insurgents have taken 18 of the country’s 34 provincial capitals in recent days, including its second- and third-largest cities, Herat and Kandahar.
US official: US troops to help evacuate embassy in Kabul
John Kirby, the chief Pentagon spokesman, said the Afghans still have time to save themselves from final defeat.
By Robert Burns, The Associated Press and Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
US signals no increase in airstrikes as Taliban advance across Afghanistan
It is ultimately up to the Afghans to defend themselves, Pentagon spokesman John Kirby said.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Amid US pullout, Taliban seize most of key northern Afghan city of Kunduz
Kunduz is one of the country’s larger cities with a population of more than 340,000, and was a key area defended against Taliban takeover by Western troops over the years.
US, Afghan airstrikes pummel Taliban positions in southern Afghanistan
The United Nations and Human Rights Watch asked both sides to take care to prevent civilian casualties as the fighting rages on.
Afghan president blames US ‘speedy’ withdrawal for Taliban rapid advance
The Taliban are now trying to seize provincial capitals after already taking large swaths of land and scores of districts in more rural areas.
Citing Taliban violence, US expands Afghan refugee program
The State Department said it is widening the scope of Afghans eligible for refugee status in United States.
‘Welcome home’: Evacuation flight brings 200 Afghans to US
Family members are accompanying the interpreters, translators and others on the flights out.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
US stepping up airstrikes this week to support Afghan forces
“A number of strikes have occurred over the last several days from both manned and unmanned strike platforms,” a DoD spokesman said.
By Robert Burns, The Associated Press