US wants to re-establish military presence in Afghanistan, Taliban refutes claims of US takeover
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Sep 20, 2025, 16:06 IST | Updated: Sep 20, 2025, 16:06 IST
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to retake Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, citing its strategic proximity to China’s nuclear facilities.
The Taliban has firmly rejected a U.S. military return but has left the door open for political and economic engagement. China has warned against raising tensions in the region. But Bagram, once the largest U.S. base in Afghanistan, once again finds itself at the center of a great power struggle. Will U.S. push succeed?
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