1. President Donald Trump has announced plans to reclaim Bagram Airfield, the largest U.S. base in Afghanistan, from the Taliban.
2. The potential reason for this move is the proximity of the base to China's nuclear weapon production sites, according to Trump.
3. There have been concerns about China's growing influence in Afghanistan following the U.S.'s withdrawal in 2021, as expressed by some U.S. lawmakers.
2. The potential reason for this move is the proximity of the base to China's nuclear weapon production sites, according to Trump.
3. There have been concerns about China's growing influence in Afghanistan following the U.S.'s withdrawal in 2021, as expressed by some U.S. lawmakers.
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Summary
President Donald Trump plans to seize Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan, citing its proximity to China's nuclear sites as a key factor. This move comes amidst concerns about China's growing influence in Afghanistan post-US withdrawal in 2021, as expressed by some U.S. lawmakers.