China, Russia, Iran, Pakistan Oppose U.S. Plans to Reclaim Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan

President Donald Trump has expressed his intention to regain control of the Bagram airbase in Afghanistan, a move that has drawn strong opposition from China, Russia, Pakistan, and Iran. These countries convened on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly and issued a joint statement emphasizing respect for Afghanistan's sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity, while firmly opposing the reestablishment of foreign military bases in Afghanistan. The Bagram airbase, originally built by the Soviet Union and later used extensively by the U.S., is strategically significant due to its proximity to key Chinese nuclear facilities. China, leading the quadrilateral coalition, has signaled its willingness to assist Afghanistan's peaceful reconstruction but rejects any military presence by nations it holds responsible for Afghanistan's instability. President Trump has criticized previous U.S. withdrawal policies and highlighted the base's importance in countering regional threats. This international pushback underscores the complex geopolitical contest over Afghanistan's future military landscape.