Zalmay Khalilzad: “The assumption was--it turns out to be wrong, ma'am--that the government would not collapse.”

Afghanistan has sent a compelling message to the rest of the world that, by investing in that country's development, the United States is investing in success.

Success in Iraq is possible and can be achieved on a realistic timetable. Iraqi leaders must step up to achieve key political and security milestones on which they have agreed.

human rights, women's rights, the rights of minorities and children, indeed, all citizens of Afghanistan, particularly, women, is of a highest importance to the United States

I think that would be prudent, and the sooner we conclude that agreement, the better.