The 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal led to the ISIS resurgence and the need for Israel to continue fighting Hamas. Military warned about dangers related to the pace of withdrawal. Decision to authorize non-combatant evacuation came too late. Success of evacuation mission came at a cost with a suicide bombing.
Key Points
Military warned about dangers related to the pace of withdrawal
Decision to authorize non-combatant evacuation came too late
Success of mission came at a cost with a suicide bombing
Pros
Successful non-combatant evacuation mission
Prevented swift Taliban takeover
Cons
Challenges with coordination between State Department and Defense Department