Britain to Lead 3 Month Multinational Force for Afghanistan
Britain to head a three month multinational mission aimed at stabilizing Afghanistan with 1,500 British troops and a 3 000 strong force under Maj Gen John McColl. Analysts warn the operation risks delay and stretched resources amid an unstable security situation as Kabul prepares for the new interim government.
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Afghanistan
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International Institute For Strategic Studies
Geoff Moon
House of Commons
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U S denies report that Somalia is target in war on terror
A German official claimed the United States planned to target Somalia in its war on al Qaida, a claim quickly denied by Defense Secretary Rumsfeld. General Myers acknowledged Somalia as a potential target but declined to discuss future plans.
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Somalia
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Kandahar police smoke hashish and carry Kalashnikovs
In Kandahar post Taliban era police resemble gunmen more than officers. Fighters in uniformed groups roam streets with Kalashnikovs and rockets, while pay disputes, drug use, looting, and stolen UN vehicles undermine the fragile security setup as Gul Agha struggles to establish control.
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