Quote by Leon Panetta

Winning in Afghanistan is having a country that is stable enough to ensure that there is no safe haven for Al Qaida or for a militant Taliban that welcomes Al Qaida. That's really the measure of success for the United States.

Winning in Afghanistan is having a country that is stable en

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This quote emphasizes that winning in Afghanistan is not about military victory or complete control, but rather about achieving stability to eliminate safe havens for extremist groups like Al Qaida and the Taliban. It suggests that the measure of success for the United States lies in creating conditions where these groups can no longer thrive and pose a threat to national security. This highlights the importance of establishing a stable government and society that can prevent the resurgence of militant ideologies and provide security against international terrorist organizations.

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