Afghanistan Will Go Back to the Stone Age, Says Retired General

General Pineiro discusses the military situation in Afghanistan, focusing on the risks of leaving military equipment behind, the potential for over the horizon operations, and the complexities of US-Pakistan relations. He emphasizes the need for continued support for Afghan forces and the importance of strategic planning in the final hours of US withdrawal.

What is one of the main concerns about the military equipment left in Afghanistan?

• It will be used to aid humanitarian efforts.

• It could fall into the hands of terrorist organizations.

• It might be sold to neighboring countries.

• It could be used to build new infrastructure.

What is the primary goal of 'over the horizon' missions?

• To counter terrorism from outside the country.

• To establish new military bases.

• To train local forces in conventional warfare.

• To provide humanitarian aid.

Why is the reliability of Pakistani intelligence questioned?

• Pakistan has been a consistent ally of the U.S.

• Pakistan has protected and supported terrorist groups.

• Pakistan has no interest in Afghanistan.

• Pakistan has shared all intelligence with the U.S.

What is a significant challenge mentioned regarding the final hours of U.S. withdrawal?

• Getting all Americans and allies out safely.

• Training Afghan forces in guerrilla warfare.

• Establishing new diplomatic relations.

• Ensuring all military equipment is destroyed.

What does General Punaro suggest as a necessary action post-withdrawal?

• Establishing a new military base in Afghanistan.

• Providing more military equipment to Afghan forces.

• Creating a covert program to continue evacuations.

• Increasing diplomatic efforts with the Taliban.

What historical mistake is highlighted in the training of Afghan forces?

• Training them in guerrilla warfare.

• Providing them with outdated equipment.

• Training them to fight like American forces.

• Not providing any military training.

What is the potential consequence of the Taliban taking over Afghanistan?

• The country will return to a more primitive state.

• The country will advance technologically.

• The country will become a major economic power.

• The country will become a democratic state.