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Russia had a humiliating withdrawal from Afghanistan, so while taking some satisfaction in the U.S. failure, it's not gloating. Instability in the region is a danger to Russia's Asian neighbors.

President Biden addressed the nation Monday afternoon on the situation in Afghanistan, as he endures withering criticism from Republicans and Democrats over the chaotic withdrawal.

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Saad Mohseni, the CEO of Moby Media Group which oversees TOLO News in Afghanistan, about what Afghans stand to lose if the Taliban seize power.

NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin about signing a letter to President Biden calling to prioritize evacuating Afghan allies who face retaliation from the Taliban.

Rescue efforts continue in the southwest of Haiti, the country hardest-hit by last weekend's earthquake. A shortage of physicians is inhibiting efforts to treat the injured.

Emmy nominated actor Michael K. Williams has died at age 54. He won the hearts of fans in the role of Omar in The Wire. Williams was found dead Monday afternoon in his apartment in Brooklyn.

It's been two decades since the Taliban had full control of Afghanistan. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly spoke to historian Carter Malkasian about who's running the Taliban now — and who's funding them.

In an address to the nation, President Biden defended his move to pull U.S. troops out of Afghanistan. But the Taliban takeover presents the U.S. and the world with new national security challenges.

NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with scientist Dr. Oscar Garcia-Pineda about what he's learned from aerial and satellite imaging for oil spills in the Gulf of Mexico following Hurricane Ida.

NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Jane Ferguson, correspondent for PBS NewsHour, from Kabul.