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CNN Report Says U.S. Begins Withdrawal From Afghanistan

President Biden wants troops out by Sept. 11.
Posted at 1:00 PM, Apr 30, 2021
and last updated 2021-04-30 13:00:46-04

The U.S. has formally started the withdrawing from Afghanistan.

CNN says less than 100 troops, as well as military equipment, have been moved out, according to reports.

Contractors and U.S. government workers have moved out of the country.

But some details of the departure may remain under wraps because the Pentagon is worried the Taliban may target remaining personnel.  

President Biden wants troops out by Sept. 11.