The Taliban has transferred control of Afghanistan’s strategic Bagram Air Base to the United States, marking a significant development in regional military dynamics, media reports said.
A U.S. C-17 aircraft recently landed at the base, bringing military vehicles, equipment, and senior intelligence officials, reported Khaama Press, quoting Medium.
Among the reported arrivals is the Deputy Chief of the CIA, highlighting the strategic significance of this renewed American presence at Bagram, the news agency reported.
However, no official confirmation on the handover has been made so far.
Initially, the Taliban had refused to hand over the Bagram Air Base to U.S. forces.
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