Will US troops re-enter Afghanistan? Donald Trump’s statement sparks uproar, China is the target.
US President Donald Trump on Thursday hinted that American troops could redeploy to Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, a statement that has caused quite a stir.
Will US troops re-enter Afghanistan? US President Donald Trump on Thursday referred to Bagram Air Base and said, “We’re trying to get it back.” Trump called it breaking news. He made the remarks at a press conference with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the conclusion of his visit to Britain. Trump said the US presence in Bagram is crucial because it is close to China.
Trump calls China a target:
Donald Trump has linked the move to withdraw Bagram Air Base to the need to confront China. Responding to a question, Trump referred to Bagram Air Base and said, “We want that base because, as you know, it’s an hour’s drive from where China makes its nuclear weapons.”
US President Donald Trump has indicated that the Taliban may be open to the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan due to its internal challenges—such as economic crisis, lack of international recognition, and rivalry with terrorist organizations. However, the White House has not yet clarified whether any direct or indirect talks have taken place between the US and the Taliban. It is worth noting that nearly four years ago, after the sudden departure of US troops, the Taliban captured all of Afghanistan, including the strategically important Bagram Air Base. Bagram Airfield, located 47 kilometers from Kabul, is capable of operating large cargo and bomber aircraft. Trump recently claimed that China had taken control of the base.
