A Times correspondent who grew up in the Afghan capital returned before the Taliban’s victory, taking in the end of one era and the fearful start of another.
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98 Countries Pledge to Accept Afghans After US Military Departs
A joint statement from the United States and other countries said that they had “received assurances from the Taliban” that people with travel documents showing they were clear to enter any of those countries could safely depart.
Your Monday Briefing
Drone strikes in Afghanistan.
‘What Will Happen to Me?’ An Uncertain Future Awaits Afghans Who Fled
Tens of thousands clambered onto evacuation planes bound for Qatar. Many are now in limbo in overflowing processing centers, fearful of what comes next.
As the Taliban Tighten Their Grip, Fears of Retribution Grow
Taliban leaders have promised amnesty to Afghan officials and soldiers, but there are increasing reports of detentions, disappearances and even executions.
As the Taliban Tighten Their Grip, Fears of Retribution Grow
Taliban leaders have promised amnesty to Afghan officials and soldiers, but there are increasing reports of detentions, disappearances and even executions.
All in or All Out? Biden Saw No Middle Ground in Afghanistan
President Biden’s reductionist formula has prompted a debate over whether the mayhem in Kabul was inevitable or the result of a failure to consider other options.
Evacuations From Kabul Wind Down as U.S. Prepares to Pull Last Troops
Hundreds of thousands of Afghans are still thought to be seeking to flee the country, but President Biden and other global leaders have acknowledged that many will not get out before the deadline.
Britain, France End Their Evacuations in Afghanistan
Evacuations are slowing as U.S. officials estimate that about 350 Americans are still trying to leave Afghanistan.
A Journey Through Kabul on the Day of the Fall
A Times correspondent who grew up in the Afghan capital returned before the Taliban’s victory, taking in the end of one era and the fearful start of another.