Timeline of events in Afghanistan since Taliban takeover

By The Associated Press

The Taliban’s capture of Kabul on Aug. 15, 2021 brought the hardline movement back into power in Afghanistan nearly 20 years after they were toppled by the U.S. invasion following the 9/11 attacks. The year since has been disastrous for the country. Here is a timeline of significant events in connection to the Taliban takeover and subsequent rule.