By Erie365NewsWriter 
Donald Trump has once again called for the United States to retake Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, a key military site that was abandoned during the 2021 withdrawal. Speaking over the weekend, Trump said discussions were underway with Afghanistan but provided few details. He stopped short of saying whether U.S. troops would be deployed to reclaim the base.
Taliban Responds Firmly
In a swift response, the Taliban government firmly rejected Trump’s statement. Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid urged the U.S. to follow a policy based on realism and respect for Afghanistan’s sovereignty. He reminded the U.S. of the Doha Agreement, which promised that America would not interfere in Afghanistan’s internal affairs or use force against its territorial integrity.
Defense Officials Speak Out
Afghanistan’s Defense Ministry also pushed back. Chief of staff Fasihuddin Fitrat declared that giving up any part of Afghan land was “impossible.” His remarks were aired across local media, signaling the Taliban’s united stance against any U.S. return to Bagram Air Base Afghanistan.
A Complicated Relationship
Despite no formal diplomatic ties, there have been ongoing talks between the U.S. and the Taliban, especially concerning hostage situations and prisoner swaps. Trump recently hinted that the Taliban’s need for international support might open the door for cooperation. However, no official agreements have been made regarding a U.S. return to Bagram Air Base Afghanistan.
History of the Base
Bagram Air Base Afghanistan was once the main hub for U.S. military operations during the war. Since the U.S. exit, the Taliban has used the base for its own military displays. Trump continues to blame President Joe Biden for what he calls a poorly managed withdrawal, using Bagram’s loss as a symbol of that failure.
As tensions rise, the future of Bagram Air Base Afghanistan remains uncertain, but the Taliban has made clear that any return of U.S. troops is not on the table.