Cabinet OKs Extension of Afghan Mission
From Times Wire Reports
Prime Minister Romano Prodi’s government agreed to keep Italian troops in Afghanistan, despite opposition from pacifists in his coalition.
The Cabinet unanimously adopted a decree that extends financing for the operation.
Defense Minister Arturo Parisi said Rome would not send additional troops or boost funding.
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