Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told House members that Americans have been beaten by the Taliban in Kabul, sources say
to the Hamid Karzai International Airport, but characterized the activity as"assistance" rather than a rescue mission.
"It wasn't a rescue so much as assisting them getting onto the field," continued Kirby, speaking from the Pentagon. "I don't have that level of detail," said Kirby."...I do not have that level of tactical detail today. I'm happy to go look and see if we can find answers for you on that."
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