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Gates: Some troops could leave Afghanistan early
Staff and agencies8 mins ago
Without giving specifics, Gates says, "It would have to be conditions-based."
Afghan Defense Minister Abdul Rahim Wardak said his troops are eager to take on the responsibility for defending the country, but give no indication of when that might be possible.
POLE CHAKI TRAINING BASE, Afghanistan (AP) — U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates was watching Afghan army recruits go through training Wednesday.
The goal is to reach 134,000 trained forces this fall. The Pentagon hopes the Afghans will soon ease the load on U.S. forces.
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