Thank you to all three witnesses for taking the time to testify today. Obviously, The resurgence of the Taliban is devastating and is difficult for many of us to watch. But sadly, it underlines the reality that after 20 years, four US presidents, and billions of dollars, the conditions for a peaceful and stable Afghanistan could not be created. (00:03–00:07)
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