Former Afghan President: U.S. Failed in Afghanistan

In an interview, Hamid Karzai criticized the US and NATO for failing to achieve their goals in Afghanistan, leaving extremism at its peak and a disaster behind. He emphasized that it is now the responsibility of the Afghan people to improve their country, asserting their ownership and the need for peace and stability. Karzai, who led Afghanistan for 13 years, highlighted the urgency of these efforts as US and NATO troops prepare to leave, ending a 20-year war.

What were the initial objectives of the US in Afghanistan according to Hamid Karzai?

• To build infrastructure

• To control natural resources

• To fight extremism and bring stability

• To establish a new government

What does Karzai say about the current state of extremism in Afghanistan?

• It has been completely eradicated

• It is at its highest point

• It is under control

• It is declining

Who does Karzai believe is responsible for improving Afghanistan?

• The United States

• NATO

• The Afghan people

• The United Nations

How long did Hamid Karzai lead Afghanistan?

• 10 years

• 15 years

• 13 years

• 20 years

When are the US and NATO troops expected to leave Afghanistan?

• In the next few days

• In the coming weeks

• In the next year

• They have already left