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An Afghan government official said efforts were under way to recapture Islam Qala – which is the main route from trade between the two countries – with the insurgents making sweeping gains across the country. Interior ministry spokesman Tareq Arian said: “All Afghan security forces including the border units are present in the area, and efforts are under way to recapture the site.”
Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid claimed the crossing was “under our full control”.
The news came hours after US President Mr Biden confirmed his country’s mission in Afghanistan would end on August 31- almost 20 years after it began – having “achieved” its goals.
Mr Biden admitted it was “highly unlikely” Kabul would be able to control the entire country.
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