Pentagon Says Final Drawdown of U.S. Forces in Afghanistan is Underway

During a news conference at the Pentagon, Defense Secretary says the final drawdown of U.S. forces in Afghanistan is underway. Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair General Mark Milley says the withdrawal will be conducted in a synchronized manner and is expected to be completed in September, although he doesn't provide a specific date. He also says the Taliban continues to attack Afghan National Security Forces, and adds that there have been no attacks on U.S. military personnel. He also says that the Afghan government and its security forces remain "cohesive." close