MeterWith the withdrawal of troops from Kabul, the United States ended its diplomatic presence in Afghanistan. U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Brinken said on Monday night that diplomatic activities have moved to Doha, the capital of Qatar. “Given the uncertainty of the security and political situation in Afghanistan, this is a cautious step.”
The new diplomatic mission has now begun. A man from Doha wants to regulate consular affairs, but also manage humanitarian aid and organize cooperation with allies. “If Americans, foreigners and Afghans choose to leave Afghanistan, we hope to continue working hard,” Brinken said.
More than 100 Americans stay in Afghanistan
According to the US Secretary of State, there are still more than 100 Americans in Afghanistan who want to leave the country. Brinken said that if their number is “less than 200, it may be close to 100.” The US government also wants to help American citizens who have family roots in Afghanistan and may decide to leave the country later. “We will help them leave.”
With the withdrawal of the last group of American soldiers from the Kabul Airport, the United States ended its military operations in Afghanistan nearly 20 years later. General Kenneth McKenzie, commander of the US Central Command, announced at the Pentagon Washington time on Monday that all US troops have left the country. This also ended the military mission to evacuate American citizens, allies and vulnerable Afghans.
Brinken said that a lot of efforts have been made to evacuate Afghans who have cooperated with the United States. “We got a lot, but a lot of people are still there.” They will continue to work hard to help them. “Our commitment to them has no deadline.” Brinken emphasized Taliban Will promise to let Afghans leave the country, “including those who work for Americans.”
Brinken believes that the government led by the Taliban in Afghanistan must win international legitimacy and support. “The Taliban can do this,” Brinken said. For this, they must abide by their commitment to freedom of travel, respect basic rights and form an inclusive government. They are also not allowed to shelter terrorists or retaliate against their opponents.
Brinken announced that the United States will continue to provide humanitarian assistance to Afghans. This kind of assistance will not come from the Taliban government, but from independent organizations or aid organizations such as the United Nations. “We hope that these efforts will not be hindered by the Taliban.”
