2021 Taliban takeover left Afghan allies in danger, despite US visa promises; civil society aids escape, visas, and new lives.

After the Taliban took over Afghanistan in 2021, many Afghan allies who had worked with US military were left in danger. Despite promises of a visa pathway, thousands were left behind. Civil society stepped in, with veterans and nonprofits aiding their escape, visas, and new lives in the US. The US government's failure to honor its commitments has left these allies vulnerable and dependent on ongoing civil support.

August 25, 2024
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