As Taliban control 80% of country…Gordon Brown announces timetable for Helmand handover to Afghan control – Telegraph
In a surprise move, the Prime Minister said two key districts of Helmand, where more than 200 British troops have been killed, could be handed back by the end of next year.
His declaration came as President Barack Obama prepared to announce his new strategy in the region, which is expected to include a surge of up to 35,000 extra troops. Mr Brown will also formally commit to sending 500 more troops this week taking Britain's military presence in the country to 9,500.
via Gordon Brown announces timetable for Helmand handover to Afghan control – Telegraph.
