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Afghanistan
Russia Cautions Central Asia Against Hosting US Forces
By Catherine Putz
As the U.S. looks to station over-the-horizon capabilities to address issues in Afghanistan, Central Asia is an obvious locale.
Top US Commander in Afghanistan Relinquishes Post
By Kathy Gannon
Gen. Scott Miller has served as America's top commander in Afghanistan since 2018.
Can Washington Speed Up Special Visa Processing for Afghans?
By Catherine Putz
Afghans who assisted U.S. forces are eligible for a special immigrant visa, but the process, hogtied by legislation and reporting requirements, has been backlogged for a decade.
Biden Says U.S. War in Afghanistan Will End August 31
By Zeke Miller and Aamer Madhani
Biden said he didn't trust the Taliban but trusted the capacity of the Afghan military to defend the government.
Tajikistan Asks CSTO for Assistance on the Afghan Border
By Catherine Putz
With Afghan forces fleeing into Tajikistan and the Taliban managing a border crossing, Dushanbe has reportedly called on its CSTO partners for aid.
Difficult Decisions Lie Ahead for Pakistan Amid US Withdrawal From Afghanistan
By Umair Jamal
The Pakistan military now believes that both the TTP and the Afghan Taliban are threats to the country’s national security.
Afghan War Moves North
By Catherine Putz
Taliban pressure in the north serves both military and narrative purposes, and didn’t come out of nowhere.
US Left Afghan Airfield at Night, Didn’t Tell New Commander
By Kathy Gannon
Before the Afghan army could take control of the airfield, it was invaded by a small army of looters.
Retreating Afghan Forces Cross Into Central Asia
By Umida Hashimova
As the Taliban capture districts in Afghanistan’s north, Uzbek and Tajik responses to fleeing Afghan forces have varied.
With Accelerated Afghan Withdrawal, US Engagement With Central Asia Intensifies
By Catherine Putz
U.S. forces are reportedly days away from completing the withdrawal from Afghanistan. Meanwhile, Central Asian diplomats are making the rounds in Washington, DC.
After US Withdrawal From Afghanistan, What Role Will Kazakhstan Play?
By Wilder Alejandro Sanchez
As the U.S. prepares to leave Afghanistan, is it Kazakhstan’s time to shine?
Will Turkey Keep Providing Security for the Afghan Capital’s Airport?
By Catherine Putz
After NATO withdrawals, Ankara may continue to provide security for Hamid Karzai International Airport, but only if certain conditions are met.