310K views · 4K reactions | “It was just as bad while we were there.” Many veteran soldiers in the US who served in Afghanistan have been watching the Taliban’s swift takeover with dismay, but say they’re not surprised. Read more: https://aje.io/2ca2mp | Al Jazeera English | Facebook

174K views · 158 reactions | The Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan is all but complete as they sweep through the country, with reports of militants already entering the outskirts of the capital, Kabul. Prime Minister Scott Morrison says he's focused on getting Australians out, and assisting locals who supported our troops during the war. 7NEWS at 6pm. www.7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS | 7NEWS Brisbane | Facebook

436K views · 3.2K reactions | Since the Taliban took control of Herat, residents say their lives have totally changed, and they now fear for their safety. We spoke to people in Afghanistan’s third-largest city, with a population estimated to be more than 500,000. https://bbc.in/3mGAe5M | BBC News | Facebook

111K views · 1.4K reactions | Taliban has completed the takeover of Afghanistan by entering the capital city of Kabul. The Taliban and Afghan govt officials are in negotiations for a peaceful transfer of power after fighters encircled the capital Kabul. President Ashraf Ghani has relinquished power and has left the country. Watch the video to know more. #TalibanKabul #TalibanAfghanistan | Firstpost | Facebook