One killed in Kabul firefight as Taliban warn of ‘consequences’ if US extends evacuation. The Taliban warned on Monday there would be “consequences” if the United States and its allies extend their presence in Afghanistan beyond next week, as chaos continued to overwhelm Kabul airport.The hardline Islamists’ takeover of the country last weekend shocked Western nations, coming just two weeks before an August 31 deadline for all troops to fully withdraw from the country.To manage the chaotic airlifting of foreigners and Afghans — many of whom fear reprisals for working with Western nations — thousands of soldiers have poured back into Afghanistan, with pressure growing on Washington to extend the deadline.But the Taliban, who have so far sought to strike a more moderate tone, showed no willingness to compromise on the US pullout.”If the US or UK were to seek additional time to continue evacuations — the answer is no. Or there would be consequences,”… https://ift.tt/3yaf1Dx
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