- Milley testifies over US military’s withdrawal from Afghanistan
- General reportedly took steps to prevent Trump attacking China
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In his opening remarks, Gen Mark Milley, the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, addressed his calls with Chinese officials during the final days of Donald Trump’s presidency.
Some Republicans have accused Milley of treason over reports that he attempted to prevent Trump from launching an attack on China, but the general said his loyalty to the US is “absolute”.
Defense secretary Lloyd Austin said it was necessary to consider some “uncomfortable truths” about the US military’s 20-year mission in Afghanistan.
“We helped build a state, Mr Chairman, but we could not forge a nation,” Austin said.
"We need to consider some uncomfortable truths": Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says the U.S. "didn't fully comprehend the depth of corruption and poor leadership" in Afghanistan's senior ranks and the U.S. exit deal with the Taliban "had a demoralizing effect on Afghan soldiers" pic.twitter.com/6iCOteWRWK
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