Top army general who was last US soldier to leave Afghanistan abruptly steps down (opens original article in a new tab)

The US Army's commander in Europe and Africa, known for being the last soldier to leave Afghanistan, has abruptly stepped down after 18 months in the role, amid broader efforts to reduce the number of top military leaders.

• Top US army general Christopher Donahue steps down from command in Europe and Africa after 18 months in the role.
• Donahue was the last US soldier to leave Afghanistan in 2021 and oversaw the chaotic evacuation from Hamid Karzai airport.
• Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is reducing the number of top military leaders, and the Army is considering downgrading the Europe and Africa command to a three-star position.