Osama's death paves way for Afghan exit: US official
WASHINGTON: US officials involved in war policy claimed that the killing of Osama Bin Laden has cleared the way for US exit from Afghanistan and it could pave the way for reconciliation with the Taliban.The paper reported: "Administration officials believe it now could be easier for the reclusive leader of the largest Taliban faction, Mohammad Omar, to break his group's alliance with al-Qaida, a key U.S. requirement for any peace deal. They also think bin Laden's death could make peace talks a more palatable outcome for Americans and insulate President Obama from criticism that his administration would be negotiating with terrorists".
"Bin Laden's death is the beginning of the end game in Afghanistan," said a senior administration official who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss internal policy deliberations. "It changes everything."
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