Afghan Defense Ministry Claims Progress; Taliban Disputes High Death Toll Abdullah urges Taliban to take opportunity for peace
Taliban Says a Continued Turkish Troop Presence in Afghanistan Is ‘Unacceptable’ The US wants Turkish troops that are guarding Kabul airport to stay
23 Afghan Commandos Killed in Fighting in Northern Faryab Six police also reported wounded in clashes
Turkey Agrees to Take ‘Lead Role’ Securing Kabul Airport The US wants Turkey to guard the airport after other foreign troops leave Afghanistan, but the Taliban has rejected the plan
NATO Commits to Training Afghan Forces After Withdrawal A report from Reuters said NATO is looking to train Afghan forces in Qatar
NATO to Continue Funding Kabul Airport After Afghanistan Pullout The US and NATO want Turkish troops to secure the airport, but the Taliban has rejected the idea
CENTCOM Chief: US Won’t Give Afghan Forces Air Support After Pullout Gen. McKenzie left open the possibility of bombing Afghanistan for "counterterrorism" purposes
Afghan Interior Ministry Arrests Tribal Elders Who Mediate With Taliban Ministry accuses mediators of cooperation with terrorists
Taliban Rejects NATO Call for Troop Presence at Kabul Airport Taliban say Afghans will be responsible for airport security
Turkish Troops Guarding Kabul Airport Pose Dilemma for US The US wants Turkey to secure the airport after the withdrawal so the US embassy can stay open, but the Taliban wants Turkey to leave
