Afghanistan News: Fear Spreads in Kabul as Taliban Take Charge The day after the Afghan president fled and the Taliban installed themselves in the presidential palace, uncertainty reigned. Video One day after the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan, thousands of people who were desperate to flee the country rushed to the airport in Kabul. Mr. President, Afghans are a proud people with a rich cultural heritage, they have known generations of war and hardship. Video transcript Back bars 0:00 / 1:24 - 0:00 transcript Taliban Occupy Afghan Presidential Palace The Afghan government collapsed after the Taliban entered Kabul on Sunday. Russia’s ambassador to Afghanistan is set to meet with the Taliban in Kabul on Tuesday to discuss the security of the Russian Embassy there.

Source: International New York Times August 16, 2021 07:35 UTC