Tag: Central Asia
Simone’s Showcase; Biles bidding for history in Tokyo
Simone Biles is aware of the pressure. She welcomes it. Practically invites it. Look no further than the sequined goat she's nicknamed “Goldie” that...
As troops leave, US to keep airstrike option in Afghanistan
WASHINGTON — The U.S. military will remain involved in the Afghanistan war into September, keeping the option of launching airstrikes against the Taliban to...
Boxing aims for calm, cool Olympics after years of drama
After a half-decade of turmoil and drama at the highest levels of Olympic boxing, the sport's trip to Tokyo looks as if it could...
US House votes to ease entry process for Afghan interpreters
WASHINGTON — The U.S. House of Representatives easily passed legislation Tuesday that would make it easier for Afghans who worked for the American military...
Nations chart future steps against Islamic State extremists
ROME — As the U.S. works on its military withdrawal from Afghanistan, members of the global coalition fighting the Islamic State group met Monday...
US to keep about 650 troops in Afghanistan after withdrawal
WASHINGTON — Roughly 650 U.S. troops are expected to remain in Afghanistan to provide security for diplomats after the main American military force completes...
Afghan leader says Biden didn’t press him on US captive
WASHINGTON — Afghan President Ashraf Ghani said Friday that his government would do what it can to help secure the release of an American...
Turkish, US officials discuss Afghan airport security plans
ANKARA, Turkey — Turkish and U.S. military officials met in Turkey’s capital on Thursday to discuss plans for Turkish troops to continue securing Kabul’s...
As infections soar, Siberian region imposes 2-week lockdown
MOSCOW — Buryatia, a republic in Siberia, on Wednesday became the first Russian region to announce a lockdown because of a surge in coronavirus...
Calls grow to evacuate Afghans to Guam as US troops leave
SAN DIEGO — In the chaotic, final hours of the Vietnam War, the U.S. evacuated thousands of South Vietnamese who supported the American mission...
