Though the final numbers are still being discussed, Washington may provide up to one thousand more servicemen to NATO’s mission in Afghanistan, according to one of the news organization’s unidentified sources. The expansion was confirmed by two more sources, also saying it will depend on the gap left in the NATO mission by other contributing nations. Earlier, President Obama promised US forces would not participate in combat missions in the country, staying there only to train and provide logistical support to Afghan Security Forces. However, a Reuter’s source said the move comes over fear of losing the mission’s bases...
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