Written question asked by Lord Harper (Conservative) on Thursday, 9 September 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 14 September 2021 (named day). A holding answer was provided on Tuesday, 14 September 2021. A substantive answer was provided by Ben Wallace (Conservative) on Friday, 17 September 2021 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Afghanistan: Armed Conflict
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Prime Minister's oral contribution on 8 July 2021, Official Report, column 1107, what the evidential basis was for the statement that there was no military path to victory for the Taliban.
- Answer
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The Government made a range of assessments of the military strength and capabilities of the Taliban and the likely speed and success of their efforts to regain control over Afghanistan. However, none suggested that the Taliban assume power through military force alone. As my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister said during the debate, the Taliban will be aware that there must be 'a peaceful and a negotiated settlement for the political crisis' as well.
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- 2021-22
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- Yes
- Subjects
- Armed conflict Afghanistan
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