United States President Joe Biden announced that U.S. troops in Afghanistan will not completely withdraw until every American is evacuated from the country. The decision comes amid rising chaos and panic as the Taliban takes control of the government.
"The US military footprint and Kabul now has more than 5,200 total troops on the ground. Kabul airport remains secure and open for flight operations. There are now multiple gates that have access for entry into the airfield," said Major General Hank Taylor.
Along with seizing most of Afghanistan, the Taliban has also managed to get their hands on weapons and equipment left behind by fleeing Afghan forces, including armoured vehicles, aircraft, rockets, night-vision goggles and drones.
Donald Trump described the Taliban's ascension in Afghanistan as the "greatest humiliation in American history," praising his relationship with North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un for preventing a "nightmare" war.