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Here are three geopolitical reasons that have been submitted: 1) to help insure those nations transition to stable partners for the west in the war on terror. 2) to help fight and kill the jihadis there, tying up their resources so they can't export jihad further throughout the world. 3) to help surround Iran in case we are unable to end their nuke program via diplomatic means. Australia is part of the ANZUS (Australia, New Zealand, United Stated) treaty, which states that, should the US require military aid Australia will provide it, and should Australia require military aid, the US will provide it. Australia went to war in Iraq and Afghanistan to keep America on side, so that if Australia is ever attacked, it can count on the US to help defend it.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 11y agoThe troops were in Iraq because they were sent there by President George W. Bush, who believed it was important to go to war with Iraq and overthrow Saddam Hussein. This turned out to be a controversial decision, but at the time, most people went along with it.
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∙ 12y agoaussies are fighting in Afghanistan since NATO force took active part in afghan war, so called war against terror. Aussies are the member of NATO forces that's why they are in Afghanistan. secondly they want to rehabilitate, and improve the backward life style of afghan's by social changes.
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∙ 14y agoBecause they were heavied into it by the USA.
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∙ 13y agoThere are 1,455 serving in Afghanistan/\.
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How many troops did Obama pull out of Iraq?
He has taken out most of the troops and sent them to Afghanistan for peace keeping
How long have the Australian troops been fighting in Iraq?
3.256415 days 3.256415 days
How many Australian casualties in the Afghanistan War?
As of 25th August 2011, there have been 29 Australian fatalities in the Afghanistan War.
Why are Canadian troops currently in Afghanistan and NOT in Iraq?
Canada joined the United States in the Afghanistan War because they saw Al-Qaeda as directly responsible for the events of September 11th and felt that it was their duty to help America defend itself. However, due to strong Canadian Anti-Iraq War sentiment, Canada refused to actively join the Iraq Coalition unless it was sanctioned by the United Nations. As it was not, they did not join. Note: There are currently no foreign troops in Iraq from the Coalition anyway (including the United States) which is another reason why there are no Canadian troops there.
How many soldiers are in Iraq and Afghanistan right now?
There are 68,000 troops in Afghanistanhttp://www.kansascity.com/news/breaking_news/story/1540978.html
Why shouldn't Australian troops be in Iraq and Afghanistan?
To help them
Should Australian troops be in Iraq and Afghanistan?
it depends on your opinion.
How many US troops are in Iraq and Afghanistan June 2010?
There are 83,970 troops in Iraq, and 78,430 in Afghanistan.
Why are US troops in Iraq and Afghanistan?
for war
How many Australian troops are in Afghanistan at the moment?
it is 200
When will troops be reduced in Afghanistan?
Obama stated, during his campaign, that troops would increase in Afghanistan and go down in Iraq. Neither has occurred.
How many Australian troops are fighting in Iraq?
Two.
How do you contact Australian troops in Afghanistan or Iraq via email?
To contact us, visit the Australian Dept of Defence website at the link below and email or send postcards with the address supplied. Anything is appreciated... Thanks
Should Australian troops be pulled out of Afghanistan?
yes Australian troops are being killed in war that is pointless, Al-Qaeda is gone but they are still there whats the point, the Taliban there Afghanistan's problem
How long are Australian troops staying in Afghanistan for?
30 years
How many troops did Obama pull out of Iraq?
He has taken out most of the troops and sent them to Afghanistan for peace keeping
Are there Australian troops fighting in Iraq?
No, all countries have withdrawed all troops except the United States. However, Australians previously fought in Iraq.
