Ashraf Ghani Speaks For First Time Since Fleeing Country

Former President Ashraf Ghani denies avoiding a peaceful transition with the Taliban, stating he fled to avoid being lynched and intends to return. He blames the failure on leadership and the peace process turning into conflict. Ghani is not alone in blaming the political elite for Afghanistan's fall. President Joe Biden faces backlash for the withdrawal but defends his decision, stating chaos was inevitable.

What reason did Ashraf Ghani give for fleeing Afghanistan?

• To seek asylum in another country

• To join international peace talks

• To avoid being lynched

• To avoid being captured by the Taliban

Who does Ashraf Ghani blame for the failure in Afghanistan?

• The international community

• The Taliban leadership

• The Afghan security forces

• The local population

What is the public reaction to President Joe Biden's withdrawal decision?

• Widespread support

• Celebration

• Ongoing backlash

• Indifference

In his interview, what does President Biden say about the possibility of a chaos-free withdrawal?

• It was not considered

• It could have been avoided

• Chaos was inevitable

• It was possible with better planning

According to President Biden, what was always part of the withdrawal decision?

• A smooth transition

• Immediate peace

• Chaos ensuing

• International support