America’s Afghan Supply Problem -- Joshua Kucera, The Diplomat
The killing of 24 Pakistani soldiers in a U.S. air attack has left the U.S. more dependent on Uzbekistan. But is Tashkent a reliable – or advisable – partner?
Pakistan’s suspension of U.S. military supply routes has highlighted the increasing importance of ex-Soviet countries, most notably Uzbekistan and Russia, to the United States’ war effort in Afghanistan. But there are also signs that those countries may not be as reliable as the U.S. would hope for, auguring a difficult next few years for America as it manages these seemingly delicate relationships.
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My Comment: The cost of shipping war material through countries like Uzbekistan or Russia to Afghanistan are not sustainable in the long term. It costs too much, and will impact overall war spending if it continues over a period of time. My prediction .... as costs soar expect this to be one of the underlying reasons why U.S. and NATO forces will leave Afghanistan and leave the country to fend for itself.
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