02 November 2011

Afghan training mission debated after soldier's death

Some say Canadians were misled about the level of risk, while others say Afghanistan is never risk-free.

The Harper government lulled the public into a false sense of security over a risky military training mission in Afghanistan, and should now be upfront about its role, say some analysts.

But others argue that anyone who was surprised at the death of the first Canadian in Afghanistan since the country ended its combat mission and shifted to a training role doesn't understand the environment in which military trainers exist. (...more)