Top US general says security in Afghanistan deterioratingGen. Austin S. Miller said the rapid loss of districts around the country to the Taliban — several with significant strategic value — is worrisome.19 months ago
Afghan official says security forces can hold their own against Taliban if US troops withdrawAfghanistan’s interior minister said Saturday that Afghan security forces can hold their ground even if U.S. troops withdraw, challenging a warning from the United States predicting a withdrawal would yield quick territorial gains to the Taliban.23 months ago