Pentagon Says There's 'Still Time' To Evacuate Americans From Kabul

The transcript discusses the imminent deadline for US troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, highlighting the urgency as thousands seek evacuation. The White House reports evacuating 1,200 people in the last 24 hours, with over 122,000 evacuated since August 14th. The national security adviser expresses confidence in the US's leverage to ensure the Taliban honors its promise of safe passage for Americans and Afghan allies, even after the deadline.

What is the main focus of the first section regarding the situation in Afghanistan?

• The political implications of the withdrawal

• The economic impact of the withdrawal

• The urgency of evacuating people before the deadline

• The environmental effects of the military presence

How many people were evacuated by the US in the last 24 hours according to the second section?

• 1,000

• 1,200

• 12,000

• 120,000

Since when has the US been evacuating people from Afghanistan as mentioned in the second section?

• August 1st

• August 14th

• September 1st

• July 31st

What does the US believe it has over the Taliban to ensure commitments are met?

• Leverage

• Economic sanctions

• Diplomatic ties

• Military superiority

What commitment has the Taliban made regarding Americans and Afghan allies?

• To offer military support

• To allow safe passage with proper documentation

• To establish a new government

• To provide financial aid