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Afghanistan (Force Levels)

We entered Afghanistan because it was in the British interest to do so, and I commend my right hon. Friend for having the strength of character to restate the case that we should never again allow the country to become a breeding ground for terrorism. Does he agree that many Members of the House thought that the long-term test for NATO would be how it rises to the challenge of Afghanistan, and although many Members will still give the alliance their unequivocal support, they will feel that its long-term future is in greater jeopardy as a result of his statement?