An official says the director of the CIA has met with the Taliban’s top political leader in Kabul. News of the meeting came as more reports emerged of abuses in areas held by the fighters, fueling concerns about Afghanistan’s future and the fate of those racing to leave the country before the looming U.S. withdrawal. A Taliban spokesman dashed hopes that the U.S.-led evacuation could continue beyond an Aug. 31 deadline to allow more time for Western powers to get their citizens and vulnerable Afghans out of the country. Recent days have seen a flurry of efforts to speed the chaotic evacuation. Leaders of the Group of Seven nations plan to meet Tuesday to discuss the airlift and the broader crisis.
CIA head meets Taliban leader as fears for Afghanistan grow
