Kabul airport: Missile Defence System Intercepts Rockets Fired

Early Monday, 30 August 2021 saw renewed violent actions from extremists who targeted Kabul's airport with rockets. A U.S. respondent on condition of anonymity revealed that five rockets were fired, the anti-missile defense system engaged and brought them down, however, it is yet to be determined if the defense system was successful in bringing all of them down.

Source: National Defense Magazine

Media reports from Afghanistan report that the rocket attack was initiated from the rear of a vehicle. Initial reports claim no U.S. casualties, although, according to the official that status may change.

Source: Britannica

Press secretary of the White House, Jen Psaki, states that Joe Biden the President has been briefed on the evolving situation. The secretary also confirmed the president's determination to meet evacuation deadlines as agreed with the Taliban and has ordered commanders on the ground to increase efforts to protect their interests. These statements were also confirmed by two U.S. officials, who told Reuters that evacuations are now of optimum priority. This event comes after the president warned of an impending attack on the airport.

Source: The Independent

 Pajhwork news agency claims that different areas of the Afghan capital have been struck by several rockets. There is substantial concern that ISIS-K militants will thwart evacuation efforts of citizens of diverse countries and at-risk Afghans before the Tuesday deadline.