They say that many gun dealers have smuggled the weapons to Pakistan, where demand for American-made weapons is strong. The loss of tens of millions of dollars in American-made weapons and gear is yet another costly consequence of the failed, 20-year mission to Afghanistan. Other times, uniforms, weapons and gear were simply abandoned by Afghan soldiers and police as they deserted. These Afghans are buying coveted American-made weapons either to resell in Pakistan, for self-defence or to settle long-standing personal or tribal feuds. But the man’s most lucrative business, he said, centres on selling American-made weapons bought in Afghanistan.

Source: bd News24 October 06, 2021 06:56 UTC