Pentagon is unsure how many Americans are still in Afghanistan
The U.S. military has evacuated 7,000 people from Kabul since the Taliban began taking back control of Afghanistan, a military spokesperson said Thursday during a briefing, but specifics on how many more evacuations are needed remain scarce.... [+]The U.S. military has helped evacuate 7,000 people since Aug. 14, said Army Maj. Gen. William D. “Hank” Taylor.
About 2,000 of whom were airlifted in the last 24 hours, said Taylor, deputy director for regional operations and force management for the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Asked how many Americans are still in Afghanistan, Defense Department spokesman John Kirby said, “I don’t know.” Kirby said the State Department would be more likely to know but that it’s tough to know how many Americans are in any foreign country, since they do not have to register with U.S. officials.This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
Brasil Últimas Notícias, Brasil Manchetes
Similar News:Você também pode ler notícias semelhantes a esta que coletamos de outras fontes de notícias.
Afghanistan updates: Afghan national flags fly as protests continue in Kabul
Consulte Mais informação »
Afghanistan updates: Protesters fly Afghan national flag in defiance of Taliban
Consulte Mais informação »
With Taliban Rule Returning To Their Homeland, Afghan Americans Fear For Their FamiliesWajma and Axana Soltan, and Abbe Alavi say there has been progress in Afghanistan over the last two decades— especially when it comes to womens rights. But now, with the Taliban takeover, they fear for the future of the country.
Consulte Mais informação »
Opinion | The U.S. Is Hostage to the TalibanFrom WSJopinion: Biden and his administration are responsible for putting Americans and our allies in harm’s way. His top priority, his only priority, has to be getting them out of Afghanistan no matter what it takes, writes The Editorial Board.
Consulte Mais informação »
U.S. working with Taliban to evacuate Americans and allies out of Afghanistan, Pentagon saysPresident Biden says that if needed, U.S. forces could remain in Afghanistan past his Aug. 31 deadline to get every American out of the country.
Consulte Mais informação »
Afghanistan updates: Taliban fighters harass Afghans seeking to enter Kabul airport
Consulte Mais informação »