How is the security situation in Afghanistan?

The security situation in Afghanistan has been degrading for years. For the last ten years Afghanistan has been ranked as one of the three least peaceful nations on earth according to the GPI, and has been the least peaceful for the last four years. …

How is NATO helping Afghanistan?

NATO is working with Allies to provide housing, care and support while arrangements are made for follow-on movement to Allied nations. In January 2015, NATO launched the Resolute Support Mission (RSM) to train, advise and assist Afghan security forces and institutions to fight terrorism and secure their country.

When did NATO withdrawal from Afghanistan?

Miller became commander of US and NATO forces in Afghanistan in September 2018 and oversaw the withdrawal until July 2021.

How safe is Kabul?

Despite all terrorist activity in Afghanistan, Kabul is generally considered one of the safer parts of the country. Everyone should avoid restaurants popular with ex-pats and affluent Afghans as much as possible; avoid police and military buildings, as well as embassies of NATO countries and allies as much as possible.

Is Turkey offering to protect Kabul airport from US withdrawal?

“Following the United States’ decision to withdraw from Afghanistan, Turkey has made an offer to ensure the security of Kabul airport. In this framework, there are talks underway with NATO and the United States,” the Turkish official said.

What does the withdrawal of NATO troops mean for Afghanistan?

NATO Allies and partners will continue to support the ongoing Afghan-owned and Afghan-led peace process. The withdrawal of troops does not mean the end of the relationship with Afghanistan but rather the start of a new chapter. NATO led the UN-mandated International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) from August 2003 to December 2014.

What is going on with the Afghan National Defence and security forces?

Funding to the Afghan National Defence and Security Forces is currently frozen. At the Wales Summit in 2014, NATO Allies and operational partners renewed the pledge made at the Chicago Summit to play their part in the financial sustainment of the Afghan National Defence and Security Forces (ANDSF) after 2014.

What is the transition to full security responsibility in Afghanistan?

A gradual process of transition to full Afghan security responsibility – known as “Inteqal” in Dari and Pashtu – was launched in 2011. This process was completed on schedule in December 2014, when ISAF’s mission ended and Afghan forces assumed full security responsibility for their country.