Afghanistan Earthquake Exposes Global Aid Failures and Jeopardizes U.S. Interests

Last week’s deadly earthquake in eastern Afghanistan, which has claimed over 2,200 lives, underscores a troubling reality that transcends distant mountains and shattered villages. Beyond the tragic loss of life lies an urgent question: how long will the international community—and Washington—continue to ignore the cascading consequences of failed foreign aid strategies? The magnitude 6.0 quake struck remote provinces, toppling homes where families were trapped beneath rubble. Taliban spokesman Hamdullah Fitrat confirmed ongoing rescue efforts amid difficult terrain and logistical nightmares. Helicopters airlift commandos to inaccessible areas while humanitarian workers trek for hours through landslides to reach survivors. Why Are Vital...