Announcement this afternoon which came suddenly and sooner than expected with the last C17 Transport lifting off just one minute before the President S selfimposed August 31st deadline arrived in kabul. Hell be addressing the nation tomorrow. The Secretary Of State spoke just a short time ago and addressed the issue of americans remaining in afghanistan. We believe there are still a small number of americans, under 200, and likely closer to 100, who remain in afghanistan and want to leave. Were trying to determine exactly how many. Were going through manifests and Calling And Texting through our lists. And well have more details to share as soon as possible. Our commitment to them and to all Americans In Afghanistan and everywhere in the world continues. The Protection And Welfare of americans abroad remains the State Departments most vital and enduring mission. He said the State Department would help americans leave no matter when they decide that they wish to depart. Meantime, celebr
They solved problem after problem to keep the mission moving forward. They did this because for the thousands of State Department and u. S. Employees that served in afghanistan in the past 20 years, this Evacuation Operation was very personal. Many worked Hand And Hand for years with afghan partners. Many of whom became trusted friends. We also lost cherished members of our foreign Service Community in afghanistan. Well never forget them. Helping americans, our foreign partners that have been by our side for 20 years and afghans at risk at this critical moment was more than just a high Stakes Assignment for our team. It was a sacred duty. And the world saw how our diplomats rose to the challenge with determination and heart. U. S. Service members in kabul did heroic work securing the airport, protecting civilians of many nationalities including Tens Of Thousands of afghans and airlifting them out. Theyre also providing vital support right now caring for afghans on Military Bases in eur
Safe. it is beautiful to be here. we are the luckiest people, you know. reporter: housed at fort lee military base virginia while his s.i.v. is processed rashid was reunited with a s.e.a.l. team member who he hadn t seen for nine years. a second chance at life for an eternally grateful family. whose hearts may remain in afghanistan but his future now lies a world away. anna coren, cnn, hong kong. an incredible story. thank you for joining us. anderson starts now. good evening. we have two breaking stories tonight, each with considerable impact now and certainly for years to come. there s the aftermath of hurricane ida and rescue operations under way right now. first, though, this country s 20-year war in afghanistan is over. a four-star general making the