On the recordFebruary 14, 2012
We cannot allow the Taliban to reorganize and reconstitute as they did in 2004 and 2005, regain their oppressive influence over the Afghan people, and once again provide safe haven to Al Qaeda.
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congress.govLeon Panetta: “We cannot allow the Taliban to reorganize and reconstitute as they did in 2004 and 2005, regain their oppressive…”
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Panetta emphasizes the importance of preventing Taliban resurgence to protect Afghan citizens and national security.
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