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After Zaranj, Taliban Captures Sheberghan City In Afghan Province
After Zaranj, the Taliban have taken control of the Sheberghan city in the Jawzjan province, making it the second regional capital to be captured. Though the Afghan Defence Ministry spokesperson claims that the government forces in the city will clear out the military organization "soon", it still is a blow to the national security. The southern Lashkar Gah and the northern Kunduz are also suffering through heavy fighting.
Tags: Taliban, Sheberghan, Afghan National Security, capture
Courtesy: BBC News
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Afghan Forces To Take Over Bagram Airfield From United States
Afghan National Security and defense force will take charge of 'Bagram Airfield' from the US military after nearly 20 years, said the US officials on July 1. The Airfield was the hub of the US's manhunt against Al-Qaeda and a Warland against the Taliban. However, the decision comes after US President Joe Biden promised to withdraw troops by September 11 in order to end the "forever war."
Tags: Bagram Airfield, US military, Afghan National Security, Al-Qaeda, Taliban, withdrawal, US President, Joe BIden
Courtesy: The Times of India
