The Jesse Kelly Show The Afghanistan Withdrawal: Four Years Later
Aug 27, 2025
Guests Sarah Adams, a former CIA targeter who exposed the terrorists behind the Abbey Gate attack, and journalist Jerry Dunleavy, author of 'Kabul: The Untold Story,' dive deep into the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. They discuss the tragic loss of lives during the evacuation and the lack of accountability from military leaders. Adams shares insights into the tangled web of terrorist networks, while Dunleavy highlights the grave implications of American decisions, shedding light on the ongoing consequences of a hasty exit.
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Bomber's Long Terrorist Career
- Adams details the bomber's history: long-term IS operative, deported from India, detained in Bagram, then released by the Taliban.
- She asserts he was well-trained and selected as part of an ISKP suicide cell.
Plan Evacuations Early And Secure Bases
- Plan evacuations months in advance and avoid hasty, ad-hoc processes that create exploitable gaps.
- Maintain secure military positions like Bagram instead of relying on Taliban-controlled outer security.
Officials Hid Complex Terror Links
- Adams asserts the government covered up key ties, including Haqqani involvement and the role of al-Qaeda-linked figures.
- She warns official narratives simplified the attack as an ISIS lone wolf when collaboration was significant.
