But in case it does not work out and they refuse to lay down their arms and insist to continue their struggle for whatever reason,then the government is keeping the military option open,".

VOA: standard.2009.04.27

During the conference, international donors also voiced their support for President Karzai's offer to reconcile and reintegrate elements of the Taliban who lay down their weapons, support the constitution and cut ties with terrorist organizations.

VOA: standard.2010.07.20

The deal was widely seen as surrender to Taliban control of the valley, but it collapsed after militants refused to lay down arms and moved into neighboring districts to expand their influence.

VOA: standard.2009.07.26