Does the American withdrawal date matter?
Ever since Barack Obama announced July 2011 as the date U.S. troops will start withdrawing from Afghanistan , western politicians, military personnel, and media figures have been ceaselessly discussing the pros and cons of the expected withdrawal. Recently the military has also joined in the fray, supporting Republican calls for…
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