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Taliban draws Aug. 31 red line for troop withdrawal: "There would be consequences"
Jacob Knutson
Mon, August 23, 2021, 4:50 AM
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Jacob Knutson
Mon, August 23, 2021, 4:50 AM·1 min read
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A spokesperson for the Taliban told Sky News Monday there would be "consequences" if the U.S. extended its troop withdrawal beyond Aug. 31 to complete the evacuation of Americans and Afghan allies from the country.
Why it matters: The U.S. and its allies are quickly approaching the full withdrawal date with thousands left to still evacuate. President Biden has said troops will remain in Afghanistan until every American is evacuated, and in remarks Sunday, he did not rule out the prospect of staying past the deadline.
What they're saying: "It's a red line," Taliban spokesperson Suhail Shaheen said. "President Biden announced that on 31 August they would withdraw all their military forces. So, if they extend it that means they are extending occupation while there is no need for that."
"If the U.S. or U.K. were to seek additional time to continue evacuations — the answer is no. Or there would be consequences. It will create mistrust between us. If they are intent on continuing the occupation it will provoke a reaction," he added.
https://news.yahoo.com/taliban-draws-aug-31-red-115022002.html
Taliban draws Aug. 31 red line for troop withdrawal: "There would be consequences"
Jacob Knutson
Mon, August 23, 2021, 4:50 AM
Joe Biden
Jacob Knutson
Mon, August 23, 2021, 4:50 AM·1 min read
In this article:
Joe Biden
46th and current president of the United States
Explore the topics mentioned in this article
A spokesperson for the Taliban told Sky News Monday there would be "consequences" if the U.S. extended its troop withdrawal beyond Aug. 31 to complete the evacuation of Americans and Afghan allies from the country.
Why it matters: The U.S. and its allies are quickly approaching the full withdrawal date with thousands left to still evacuate. President Biden has said troops will remain in Afghanistan until every American is evacuated, and in remarks Sunday, he did not rule out the prospect of staying past the deadline.
What they're saying: "It's a red line," Taliban spokesperson Suhail Shaheen said. "President Biden announced that on 31 August they would withdraw all their military forces. So, if they extend it that means they are extending occupation while there is no need for that."
"If the U.S. or U.K. were to seek additional time to continue evacuations — the answer is no. Or there would be consequences. It will create mistrust between us. If they are intent on continuing the occupation it will provoke a reaction," he added.
https://news.yahoo.com/taliban-draws-aug-31-red-115022002.html