How War Tests the Allies

The Dutch government fell over its part in the Afghan war—just the latest strain on NATO’s unity. Richard Wolffe talks to Secretary General Rasmussen and Madeleine Albright about its growing pains.

Published Feb. 23 2010 2:13AM EST

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NATO has at least two big challenges that will determine its future as the world’s strongest military alliance. One is on the battlefield in Afghanistan, where the war against al Qaeda and the Taliban has drained its resources and political will for several years.

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How War Tests the Allies

The Dutch government fell over its part in the Afghan war—just the latest strain on NATO’s unity. Richard Wolffe talks to Secretary General Rasmussen and Madeleine Albright about its growing pains.

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Richard Wolffe