Taliban warn US of 'consequences' if deadline extended

There will be 'consequences' if the deadline for withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan is extended beyond August 31, the Taliban said. This warning from the Taliban seems well-timed with G7 leaders set to meet on Tuesday to discuss the situation in Kabul. A spokesperson for the Taliban, Suhail Shaheen, said the August 31 deadline for withdrawal of US troops is a "red line".