Current problems of Europe

NATO member-states in Afghanistan: Goals & approaches

Новикова О.Н.

Novikova O.N. – Ph.D in History, Senior researcher, INION, Russian Academy of Sciences

Abstract

The article exposes particular aspects of some NATO member states’ contributions to the military operation in Afghanistan that stem from their threat perceptions, approaches to terrorism, histories, capabilities and battle experiences. The author sheds some light on the confusing set of problems disrupting the NATO states’ unity of action in this country.

Keywords

Afghanistan; NATO’s mission; NATO allies; war on terrorism; military contribution; transatlantic relationship.

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