The Longest War

The Longest War refers to the ongoing conflict in Afghanistan, which began in 2001 when the United States and its allies invaded to dismantle terrorist groups like al-Qaeda after 9/11. Over the years, the war expanded to include efforts to build a stable government and prevent insurgency. Despite military efforts, peace remained elusive, leading to nearly two decades of combat, nation-building, and negotiations. The conflict ended in 2021 when U.S. and NATO forces withdrew, and the Taliban took control, marking the conclusion of what became the longest continuous war in U.S. history.