What was the primary reason for the U.S. involvement in Afghanistan, as explained by President Obama?

Question

To rebuild Afghanistan's infrastructure

To defeat al Qaeda and prevent future terrorist attacks

To promote democracy in Afghanistan

Answer 1

The primary reason for U.S. involvement in Afghanistan, as explained by President Obama, was to defeat al Qaeda and prevent future terrorist attacks. After the September 11, 2001 attacks, the U.S. aimed to dismantle al Qaeda and eliminate a safe haven for terrorist groups in Afghanistan.