U.S. Leaving Afghanistan: 'We Will Rue The Day,' Say Ex-Officials

President Joe Biden announced the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan by September 11th, ending America's longest war. This decision has sparked concerns about the U.S.'s ability to respond to threats, with the CIA warning of diminished intelligence capabilities. Experts fear political and intelligence losses, and the potential for terrorist groups like Al Qaeda to exploit the situation. While some support the withdrawal, there are worries about the Afghan government's ability to resist the Taliban. The U.S. will lose a strategic base for intelligence in the region, affecting operations in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Russia, and Turkey.

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