US Congress Evaluates President Obama's Regional Approach to Afghanistan
130 views · Published 8 April 2009 · 3:06 · Indexed 20 September 2026
Channel: Voice of America · 2009 · News & Politics
As Taliban-related violence continues in Pakistan and Afghanistan, some U.S. lawmakers express concern over President Obama's proposal to extend more monetary assistance to Pakistan. Congress began a series of hearings on the issue in the last week. Experts and lawmakers suggested the new administration must hold Pakistan accountable for eliminating safe havens for Taliban and al-Qaida militants.
