Debate in UK sparked by recent deaths of 15 British soldiers in Afghanistan . Furthermore , given that UK losses ( to take one example ) have been lower than those experienced in the Northern Ireland and the Falklands campaigns , withdrawal would question the UK ability to stomach losses defending itself and its allies . Al Qaeda and Taliban are separate entities but have strong links . Major military obstacle is fighting insurgency with insufficient forces , equipment . Comment:
Debate in UK sparked by recent deaths of 15 British soldiers in Afghanistan . Al Qaeda and Taliban are separate entities but have strong links . Major military obstacle is fighting insurgency with insufficient forces , equipment . Comment: