A high-ranking Army general is leaving his position unexpectedly. Gen. Christopher Donahue, who leads US forces in Europe and Africa, will be stepping down.

He had been in the job for 18 months. Donahue gained recognition for being the last US soldier to leave Afghanistan in 2021. The Army confirmed his departure late Tuesday.

Further details about Gen. Donahue's sudden departure can be found through KSAT 12, a local news source in San Antonio.