BRUSSELS (Pajhwok): US Defense Secretary Mark Esper says Taliban’s proposal regarding reduction of violence has been discussed with American allies.
Speaking to journalists on the sidelines of NATO to 8,600 was being considered.
The decision to reduce the number of troops had been made in light of recommendations from US commanders in the war-torn country.
“We are confident of continuing our mission with this number,” he remarked, saying troops would start withdrawing after reduction . . .









