Pentagon Says Lines of Communication With Taliban Are Open

The transcript discusses the ongoing efforts to evacuate Americans, allies, and at-risk Afghans from Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul. The speaker emphasizes the focus on safety and security, the deployment of military forces, and maintaining open communication with the Taliban. The mission is to secure the airfield and evacuate those who have supported the U.S. The situation is described as dangerous and fluid, with a commitment to evacuate all American citizens and allies who wish to leave Afghanistan.

How many American citizens are intended to be evacuated according to the update?

What is the status of the security situation at the airport as mentioned in the update?