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The aid was to assist in prosecution of a war. We did not fight in it so why are we bound to rebuild the country. Again is this "arrogance" or a "mistake"


Prosecution of war?? The aid was to fund training and arms. This is in my opinion, a mistake. And you're correct, American soldiers did not fight in this war. Ethically though, America's actions showed that Afghanistan was an ally during that war. As an ally, the Americans really dropped the ball there. If you think that there was no obligation, you're right. But it was a low blow to the fighters who thought the Americans had their back. And defend it however you want, they resent you for it.
"The aid was to fund training and arms." What is that if not assisting in prosecution of war? Some would say, ally, and perhaps be correct, some would say, akin to "Lend/Lease", and perhaps be correct. However, "they resent you for it" is bit over the top. Many around the world "resent" us just because. Many do not! that is unlikely to change as long as people are what they are.