Defense Secretary Defends Execution Of Final Airlift From Kabul

Top U.S. defense officials acknowledged the challenges faced during the rapid evacuation from Kabul, citing capacity and screening issues. They admitted to misjudging the stability of Afghanistan's army and suggested that maintaining a troop presence could have prevented the Taliban takeover. These insights were shared with the Senate Armed Services Committee.

How did the U.S. officials describe the speed of the evacuation process?

What were the main challenges faced during the evacuation from Kabul?

What ongoing efforts are being made concerning Americans in Afghanistan?

What did Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and General Mark Milley agree on regarding Afghanistan's army?

What was the recommendation made by the officials to the Biden administration regarding troop levels in Afghanistan?