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America’s Fiercest Battles of the 21st Century: From Fallujah to Helmand

Darren June 16, 2025 11 min

29. Battle of Ghazni (2018, Afghanistan)

30. Battle of Ghazni (2018, Afghanistan) — Image Source: Wikimedia Commons.

In 2018, the Taliban launched a fierce, multi-day assault on Ghazni city, a strategic hub in central Afghanistan.
Afghan forces, backed by U.S. airstrikes and Special Forces, fought street by street to repel the offensive and restore control.
The battle underscored both the Taliban’s resilience and the critical role of U.S. support in urban defense.

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29. Battle of Ghazni (2018, Afghanistan)

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