WASHINGTON – The United States pullout from Afghanistan is speeding up,with military planners saying almost half of US forces and equipment hasbeen sent home or destroyed.
US Central Command said the withdrawal is “between 30-44%” complete andthat six facilities have now been turned over to Afghan security forces,with more bases likely to be handed over in the coming days and weeks,reported Voice of America.
“We anticipate additional transfers of bases and military assets in thefuture which will support the ANDSF/GIRoA (Afghan National Defense andSecurity Forces) as they work to stabilize and defend their nation,”CENTCOM said in statement.
Overall, the US has removed “the equivalent of approximately 300 C-17 loadsof material” from Afghanistan, according to the update, which said another13,000 pieces of equipment were sent for destruction.
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CENTCOM said just last week that the withdrawal was close to 25% complete,and in testimony before lawmakers in Washington, Defense Secretary LloydAustin said the withdrawal was proceeding “slightly ahead” of pace.
