The president said the evacuation of U.S. citizens and allies from Afghanistan would continue, even after an attack that killed at least 13 American troops and dozens of civilians.
Author: Michael D. Shear
Biden Condemns Kabul Attack and Vows Retaliation
Mr. Biden said he had asked his commanders to find ways to target ISIS-K, the Afghan affiliate of the Islamic State, which claimed responsibility for the attacks earlier in the day.
Biden says the Afghan evacuation deadline may be extended.
The president defended the U.S. efforts in Kabul and said the military had evacuated “an extraordinary number of people” since July.
Former Pence Aide Say Trump, Miller Stymied Afghan Refugee Efforts
Olivia Troye said the Trump aide Stephen Miller demanded restrictions on refugees. Mr. Miller said President Biden’s “incompetence” had led to the current chaos.
Biden: The U.S. Couldn’t Avoid Chaos in Afghanistan
In an interview with ABC News, the president said the chaos in Afghanistan had been unavoidable.
After Putin Meeting, a Biden Trait Shows Itself Again: Stubborn Optimism
The president’s insistence on an “optimistic face” could open him up to criticism. But his allies insist it’s an essential ingredient to making progress.
Meeting Putin, Biden Will Raise Human Rights and Digital Disruption
The American leader aimed to look strong on security while also not making too many waves.
Meeting Putin, Biden Will Raise Human Rights and Digital Disruption
The American leader was aiming to look strong on security while also not making too many waves.
Biden Accuses Trump of Phony Populism at NATO Summit
Fielding questions at the end of a NATO summit, the American president accused his predecessor of “phony populism.”