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Report: More Troops Sought for Afghanistan

HeadlineDec 17, 2007

Meanwhile, the Washington Post reports military commanders are seeking more US troops to be sent to Afghanistan. Commanders want several additional battalions, helicopters and other resources to confront a resurgent Taliban movement. The Washington Post reports President Bush might consider a troop drawdown in Iraq while bulking up force levels in Afghanistan.

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