Will Bin Laden's Death Hasten US Exit?

BMI View: The death of Osama bin Laden will increase calls for the US to reduce the number of its troops in Afghanistan. Washington may soon reappraise its military presence there, but an overly hasty departure would exacerbate the security situation in the region. Even after the official departure, we expect the US to negotiate a permanent military presence in Afghanistan.

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