Secretary Blinken Testifies On Troop Withdrawal From Afghanistan

The transcript discusses the US withdrawal from Afghanistan, marking the end of a two-decade war. It highlights the lack of evidence that extended presence would have strengthened Afghan forces. The hearing allowed lawmakers to question the Biden administration for the first time. Blinken praised the evacuation of 124,000 people as an extraordinary effort, noting that about 100 Americans still wish to leave. He is scheduled to testify before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

What was the main concern regarding the Afghan security forces after 20 years of support?

What was the date when US troops left Afghanistan?