The death toll in Thursday’s suicide bombing rose to 169 Afghans, a number that could increase as authorities examine fragmented remains, and 13 U.S. service members. The U.S. said it was the deadliest day for American forces in Afghanistan since 2011. Afghans, American citizens and other foreigners were all acutely aware the window was closing to get out via the airlift. Their return to power has terrified many Afghans, who have rushed to flee the country ahead of the American withdrawal. More than 100,000 people have been safely evacuated through the Kabul airport, according to the U.S., but thousands more are struggling to leave.
