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Taliban celebrate ‘independence’ as final American troops leave Afghanistan

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4 years ago

August 31, 2021

Taliban militants have celebrated “complete independence” following the final departure of U.S troops from Afghanistan

The Taliban has celebrated with gunfire echoing across Kabul following the militant group taking control of the airport following the withdrawal of the last U.S. troops.

The withdrawal from the American military ends 20 years of war that left the Islamic militia stronger than it was in 2001.

Shaky video footage distributed by the Taliban showed fighters entering the airport after the last U.S. troops took off a minute before midnight, marking the end of a hasty and humiliating exit for Washington and its NATO allies.

https://twitter.com/ZaidZamanHamid/status/1432444580599943168?s=20

America’s longest war took the lives of nearly 2,500 U.S. troops and an estimated 240,000 Afghans, and cost some $2 trillion

Although the U.S succeeded in driving the Taliban from power and stopped Afghanistan being used as a base by al Qaeda to attack the United States, it ended with the hardline Islamic militants controlling more of the country than they ever did during their previous rule from 1996 to 2001.

Video in Af-Pak social media handles shows Anas Haqqani at the airport. Which means Pakistan has officially landed to take charge in Afghanistan. The most brutal of the Taliban groups is led by Anas, brother of Sirajuddin Haqqani. pic.twitter.com/TgWvNECjzf
— Smita Prakash (@smitaprakash) August 31, 2021

Here the people are with Taliban, the happiness of the people in Kandahar after US Withdrew and Taliban win.

This country want Talib,
These people need Talib. pic.twitter.com/AsEV5oSQi3
— Talib Times (@TalibTimes) August 31, 2021

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Gold plunges 5% in biggest drop since 2013

Gold prices plummet over 5%, raising global market concerns as investors react, says Chris Weston from Pepperstone.

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5 hours ago

October 22, 2025

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Gold prices plummet over 5%, raising global market concerns as investors react, says Chris Weston from Pepperstone.

Gold prices have crashed over 5% in a single day, sparking concerns across global markets and sending investors scrambling.

Chris Weston from Pepperstone breaks down the causes and implications.

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Trump and Xi set for high-stakes APEC showdown

Trump and Xi to meet at APEC, seeking to ease trade tensions and revive dialogue amid tariff threats.

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6 hours ago

October 22, 2025

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Trump and Xi to meet at APEC, seeking to ease trade tensions and revive dialogue amid tariff threats.

President Trump and President Xi Jinping will meet for the first time in six years at the APEC summit, aiming to ease trade tensions and revive dialogue amid tariff threats.

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Trump to meet Xi at APEC amid trade tensions

Trump to meet Xi at APEC summit as trade tensions escalate and tariffs loom

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20 hours ago

October 21, 2025

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Trump to meet Xi at APEC summit as trade tensions escalate and tariffs loom

In Short:
– Trump will meet Xi Jinping at the APEC summit in South Korea later this month amid trade tensions.
– China has reshuffled its trade team, appointing Li Yongjie as the new WTO representative.

President Donald Trump confirmed he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit later this month in South Korea.

It marks their first face-to-face encounter in six years amid ongoing trade tensions.Trump expressed hope about achieving a “fantastic deal,” despite escalating disputes. He is prepared to impose significant tariffs on Chinese imports if no agreement is reached. Current U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods average 55%, with a potential increase to 155% looming.

Trump mentioned that he believes an excellent trade deal would benefit the U.S., China and the global economy. He acknowledged the importance of the negotiations, stating that China respects the U.S. but is always seeking advantages in trade.

China’s Trade Reshuffle

China has reshuffled its trade negotiation team. Li Chenggang has been removed from his position as the representative to the World Trade Organization, while retaining his role as vice minister of commerce. This change aligns with Beijing’s strategy to adjust its trade diplomacy amid tensions.

Li Yongjie has been appointed as the new WTO representative. This team transition comes after scrutiny from U.S. officials and reflects China’s commitment to recalibrating its approach within the ongoing trade discussions.

The upcoming APEC summit will gather leaders from 21 economies, representing a significant portion of global GDP. It serves as a pivotal platform for dialogue, despite the backdrop of intensified trade negotiations.