The Dutch have indicated they will extend their commitment another two years, Britain shows no sign of pulling out yet, the Canadians are wavering but still there.

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Ireland coach Declan Kidney was another interested spectator and he must have been impressed by the dedication and commitment of Ulster's talented homegrown players.

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President Obama announced last week the deployment of another 30, 000 U.S. forces to Afghanistan, increasing the total U.S. troop commitment to almost 100, 000, while at least 25 other countries have pledged another 7, 000 troops.

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