Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Blames Afghan Security Forces For Failure To Fight
NPR speaks with Congressman Gregory Meeks (D-N.Y.), chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, about the latest developments in Afghanistan.
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Republican Texas Congressman Michael McCaul Criticizes Troop Withdrawal
One of the most outspoken critics of the withdrawal is Michael McCaul of Texas.
U.S. Embassy Staff Evacuated From Kabul
Helicopters are removing U.S. staff from the embassy as the Taliban circle Kabul.
Here's Why Biden Is Sticking With The U.S. Exit From Afghanistan
U.S. troops are on a temporary mission to help evacuate American civilians as the Taliban encircles the capital of Kabul, but President Biden says he does "not regret" pulling the U.S. out by Aug. 31.
4 Reasons A Potential Taliban Takeover In Afghanistan Matters To The World
It's not clear if the Taliban will be able to seize control of the entire country, but the speed of their advance has many inside and outside the country alarmed at the prospect.
Former CIA Director Gen. Petraeus Discusses The Taliban's Resurgence In Afghanistan
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with former CIA Director Gen. David Petraeus, who commanded U.S. forces in Afghanistan, about the resurgence of the Taliban in the country.
COVID Cases Are Rising In ICE Facilities, Putting Detainees And The Public At Risk
"Many people had coronavirus," says asylum seeker Raudel, adding there's little social distancing or mask wearing, and sick and healthy people are mixed. ICE denies this but cases doubled since June.
Former Secretary Of Defense On The Taliban's Resurgence In Afghanistan
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with former U.S. Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta about the withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan as the the deadline approaches.
U.S. Troops Sent To Help Evacuate Americans As Taliban Makes Gains In Afghanistan
As the Taliban makes rapid gains in Afghanistan, about 3,000 troops will be sent to Kabul to aid in the evacuation of Americans from the embassy, thousands more will be deployed as backup if needed.
North Korea Threatens Of 'Security Crisis' Over U.S.-South Korea Military Drills
North Korea has threatened a "security crisis" if Seoul and Washington proceed with planned military drills next week. If it chooses military provocation, Pyongyang has plenty of new weapons to test.