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Afghanistan War (2001-2021)

US invasion after 9/11. Taliban ousted then returned. 2021 withdrawal. Taliban rule and humanitarian crisis.

Why It Matters

Afghanistan War defined US counterterrorism for two decades. Withdrawal reshaped regional dynamics.

Modern Relevance

Taliban rule, terrorism risk, Pakistan relations, and refugee flows continue to affect South and Central Asia.

Historical Context

Historical date:2001-2021
Duration:20 years

Timeline

Recent Timeline

  • Taliban takeover

    US withdrawal. Kabul fell. End of 20-year war.

    8/15/2021

  • Final US withdrawal

    Last US troops departed. Evacuation complete.

    8/30/2021

Related Conflicts

Pakistan Balochistan InsurgencyKashmir DisputeSoviet-Afghan War (1979-1989)Iraq War (2003-2011)Balkan Wars (1990s)Vietnam War (1955-1975)

Related Regions

South Asia

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