Two suicide bombs went off outside Kabul’s airport killing several United States service members and Afghan civilians.
According to a senior US official, Isis-k is likely behind the attack.
Over the last few weeks, thousands gathered at the gates of the airport, which has become the epicenter of the evacuation.
President Joe Biden was briefed along with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Secretary Of State Antony Blinken.
Several U.S Officials have released statements on the gruesome event, including Representative Val Demings of Florida, who said in part:
“My prayers are with the families and team members of the U.S. Service Members killed and injured in the line of duty today. Those we lost today will not be forgotten, and we will do all in our power to ensure the recovery of the wounded. I know that the rescue mission that they gave their lives to protect will continue. I ask that all Floridians join me in prayer for our fallen heroes, their loved ones, and for the continued safety of all Americans in Afghanistan and around the world.”
Tens of thousands of people have been evacuated by the US military and NATO allies from the airport.
August 31st Is the deadline for the final exit from a 20-year war in Afghanistan.
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