U.S. War in Afghanistan

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.

U.S. forces are reportedly days away from completing the withdrawal from Afghanistan. Meanwhile, Central Asian diplomats are making the rounds in Washington, DC.

Officials acknowledge that the withdrawal so far has largely involved removing or otherwise disposing of mountains of equipment. 

As the U.S. embarks on its final withdrawal from Afghanistan, the Taliban moved to strike provincial centers and peace talks remain stalled.

The government says the army can hold its own, but military experts warn of a tough fight ahead.

"If such a step is taken, then the responsibility for all the misfortunes and difficulties lies upon those who commit such mistakes.”

If guarantees of preserving progress in women’s rights are not included in any potential political settlement, they remain prone to reverses. 

Khalilzad argued that the Taliban have reason not to push for a military victory and instead pursue a negotiated political settlement.

It’s worth revisiting the Soviet Union’s withdrawal from Afghanistan, in light of the United States’ current withdrawal plan.

As Washington reviews the special immigrant visa process, Afghan interpreters who worked with the U.S. military grow increasingly worried that time is running out.

A temporary truce to mark the end of Ramadan mostly held, allowing Afghans to celebrate in relative peace.