Taliban Official Dismisses Trump’s Hope to ‘Take Back’ Afghan Airbase

Sele Media Africa www.selemedia.org Reported by Amos Dachung – Sele Media Africa Reporter

A senior Taliban official has dismissed former US President Donald Trump’s recent statement expressing hope to regain control of the Bagram Airbase in Afghanistan. The airbase, which was the largest US military facility in the country, was handed over to Afghan forces before the full withdrawal of American troops in 2021.The Taliban spokesperson described Trump’s remarks as unrealistic and politically motivated, emphasizing that the group now controls the entire territory, including strategic military sites. According to the official, any attempt to re-enter Afghan soil without Taliban consent would be met with strong resistance.Trump had tweeted his desire to “take back” the airbase as part of his broader criticism of the Biden administration’s handling of the Afghanistan withdrawal. However, analysts say such ambitions are unlikely to materialize given the current geopolitical realities and the Taliban’s consolidated control.This development further highlights the ongoing tensions and complex dynamics surrounding Afghanistan’s post-US withdrawal era.

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