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25 years later an Afghan couple looks back at the invasion

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What happened

Twenty-five years ago this week, the U.S. invaded Afghanistan.

For StoryCorps, one Afghan couple offers an account of their experience after the invasion and eventual U.S. withdrawal.

Key facts

  • Reported by NPR Top and published Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:24:04 UTC.

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