Summary
Protests against the Taliban turned deadly as the insurgents-turned-rulers of Afghanistan shot into crowds in two cities. In Kabul, the airlift of American, allied and Afghan civilians continues as more American troops land at the airport and desperate crowds remain outside. Jane Ferguson reports from Kabul — with the support of the Pulitzer Center — about the fear and hopelessness in Afghanistan.
Five Facts
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Who
is able to board planes at the Kabul airport, and who is not?
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What
are some of the fears expressed by Afghan citizens in this piece?
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When
are U.S. authorities hoping to have U.S. citizens evacuated from Afghanistan?
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Why
are many Afghans hoping to leave the country?
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How
has the U.S. tried to negotiate with the Taliban over evacuating U.S. citizens and Afghan visa holders?
Focus Questions
What do you think should be the focus of U.S. government efforts in Afghanistan, now that the Taliban has once again taken control?
Media literacy:
Why do you think the full face of the Afghan woman interviewed in this piece is not shown?
