On the third anniversary of their takeover of Afghanistan, the Taliban held a massive parade flaunting American military equipment left behind during the Biden administration’s chaotic withdrawal. The parade, held at Bagram Air Force Base, featured tanks, helicopters, and other advanced U.S. weaponry that were supposed to aid Afghan forces. Instead, they now serve as symbols of American failure.

The event, marked as a national holiday by the Taliban, is a direct affront to the United States and a stark reminder of how mismanagement led to one of the most humiliating moments in recent history. Critics argue that the Biden-Harris administration’s botched exit from Afghanistan has emboldened America’s enemies and provided them with billions of dollars in military assets.

This spectacle of American-made weapons in the hands of a brutal regime is not only a source of embarrassment but also a warning for the future. As the U.S. continues to pour resources into Ukraine, there is growing concern that Russia may end up seizing these weapons if Ukraine falters. Just as the Taliban now parades American tanks, Russia could soon be doing the same with gear left behind in another costly and poorly managed conflict.

The Taliban’s display was complete with a 21-gun salute and speeches from top officials celebrating their “victory.” Thousands attended the male-only event, including foreign diplomats, while Taliban leaders took the opportunity to mock the very country that provided the weapons they now flaunt.

This parade highlights the dangerous consequences of failed foreign policy, where poor leadership not only costs lives but also hands over the tools of war to those who seek to undermine American interests.