Aug. 22, 2021
Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby provided the following readout:
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III spoke by phone with U.K.
Secretary of State for Defence Ben Wallace today about the situation in
Afghanistan. Secretary Austin expressed his appreciation for the U.K.’s
contributions to security and stability in Afghanistan as the United
States, Allies, and partners continue their evacuation. The leaders
agreed to remain in close contact as both countries evacuate as many
people as possible.