This is a tragic state of affairs. Afghan police are often less trusted in the south than foreign forces, and have earned their corrupt and indiscriminate reputation. Yet they aren't at total fault either, only a product of an unforgiving environment. Doubtful that the Afghan army and police can hold the fort after major coalition withdrawals, but they don't get enough credit either. They're trapped by poor leadership like everyone else.
I agree about the tragedy of it, James. There are many in the Afghan Police who are honestly trying to feed their families and who no doubt believe in a Taliban-free Afghanistan.
This is a tragic state of affairs. Afghan police are often less trusted in the south than foreign forces, and have earned their corrupt and indiscriminate reputation. Yet they aren't at total fault either, only a product of an unforgiving environment. Doubtful that the Afghan army and police can hold the fort after major coalition withdrawals, but they don't get enough credit either. They're trapped by poor leadership like everyone else.
ReplyDeleteI agree about the tragedy of it, James. There are many in the Afghan Police who are honestly trying to feed their families and who no doubt believe in a Taliban-free Afghanistan.
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