Where the U.S. intends to stay forever:
"Taliban ratchet up attacks on Afghan security forces; Russia promises more cooperation on NATO effort" by Katharine Houreld, Associated Press / November 4, 2010
KABUL, Afghanistan — Also yesterday, the US government said it will spend $511 million to expand its embassy in Kabul. Ambassador Karl Eikenberry described the work as a demonstration of America’s long-term commitment to Afghanistan....
I can think of 511 million better uses of that money.
We ain't never leaving, Amurkn!
The road to the embassy, located in downtown Kabul, is currently blocked by large concrete barriers, and the building is surrounded by armed security guards.
And that's why they want to keep the mercenaries.
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