Five years after the US military withdrawal in 2021, the Taliban continues to govern Afghanistan using American weapons, armored vehicles, and tactical equipment left behind, as documented on the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks (September 7–8, 2026). The situation underscores the legacy of the 20-year US engagement.
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CBS News finds Taliban forces patrolling Kabul in American armored vehicles, wearing American tactical gear and carrying American weapons.
Imtiaz Tyab reports on how the Taliban remains in control of Afghanistan 25 years after the 9/11 attacks with the help of American gear and machinery.
The Taliban remains in control of Afghanistan, using American weapons and gear that were left there after the U.S. pulled out in 2021.
The 9/11 terror attacks, 25 years ago this week, were planned from inside the Taliban-controlled country of Afghanistan; a country that tonight is not only back under Taliban control, but with Taliban fighters carrying American weapons and driving around in American vehicles. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab reports from Kabul.
The Taliban is using U.S. military equipment that was left behind when the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan five years ago. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab reports.