In October 2001, the US started the Afghanistan War to wipe out _____________ and the local regime that supported the organisation.*1 分您的回答

In October 2001, the US started the Afghanistan War to wipe out al-Qaeda and the local regime that supported the organization, specifically the Taliban. The war was a response to the September 11 terrorist attacks, where al-Qaeda, led by Osama bin Laden, was responsible for the coordinated attacks that resulted in significant loss of life and property in the United States. The Taliban government in Afghanistan had provided sanctuary for al-Qaeda operatives and had refused to turn over bin Laden to American authorities, which led to the military intervention. The primary objective of the invasion was to dismantle al-Qaeda's operational capability and remove the Taliban from power, thereby preventing further terrorist activities. The conflict has since evolved, leading to a prolonged military presence and complex political situation in the region.