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Poll: Afghan Opposition to US Grows

HeadlineFeb 10, 2009

In Afghanistan, a new poll shows growing opposition to the US occupation. According to ABC News, a quarter of Afghans now support attacks on US troops, double the number from two years ago. 32 percent said US troops are performing well, down from 68 percent in 2005. One in five Afghans said US-led forces have killed civilians in their area in the past year.

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