This directive comes as the World Bank discontinues funding for Afghanistan.
The UN has called for a “transparent and prompt investigation” into reports of human rights abuses.
Evacuation efforts continue
Meanwhile, evacuation efforts are continuing at great pace out of Kabul’s main international airport.
Around 82,000 civilians have been evacuated so far,. with the Pentagon confirming there are still 10,000 people waiting to leave.
While US President Biden is confident that the August 31 deadline will be met, the Secretary of State says efforts will continue until every person is home.