Edward Markey actually said...

"we are not leaving unless we are forced to. We intend to stay and have a significant relationship, including a significant defense relationship with Afghanistan for a number of years to come."

"And so, are we taking steps to ensure that there is security along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border as we begin to draw down?"

"And has Iran in any way tried to undermine this bilateral security agreement?"

"As we draw down in Afghanistan, what pressures could that put on Pakistan, in terms of instability or breeding grounds for insurgent groups?"