Fed: Special forces appear set to return to Afghanistan

AAP General News (Australia)
02-22-2007
Fed: Special forces appear set to return to Afghanistan

Australian special forces appear set to return to Afghanistan .. ahead of an anticipated
offensive by Taliban and al-Qaeda forces as the northern winter ends.

Defence Minister BRENDAN NELSON says a small defence force survey team will travel
to Afghanistan to determine the shape of a larger commitment.

But he's declined to give details .. and says no final decision's been made.

Dr NELSON has told the Seven Network he won't speak in any detail about reports …