Afghanistan, Sept. 21 -- The Washington Post argued that a U.S. return to Bagram Air Base could aid counterterrorism against ISIS-K and strengthen Washington's strategic stance near China.
The Washington Post has suggested that America's return to Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan may not be a bad idea, citing both counterterrorism and strategic advantages. The paper argued that the move could help Washington confront ISIS-K and reinforce its influence near China.
In its commentary titled "Returning to Bagram Is Not a Bad Idea," the newspaper stressed the base's geographical importance, noting its proximity to China's Xinjiang nuclear testing sites. It argued that a modest U.S. presence in Bagram would not mirror the extensive military occup...