PM statement on death of five British soldiers in Afghanistan (November 04, 2009)
The Prime Minister has released a statement paying tribute to five British soldiers killed during a single incident in Afghanistan.
Read the statement
The death of five brave soldiers in a single incident is a terrible loss. My thoughts, condolences and sympathies go to their families, loved ones and colleagues. I know that the whole country too will mourn their loss.
They fought to make Afghanistan more secure, but above all to make Britain safer from the terrorism and extremism which continues to threaten us from the border areas of Afghanistan and Pakistan. I pay tribute to their courage, skill and determination. They will never be forgotten.
It is my highest priority to ensure our heroic troops have the best possible support and equipment - and the right strategy, backed by our international partners, and by a new Afghan government ready to play its part in confronting the challenges Afghanistan faces. Our troops deserve nothing less. My commitment to them remains unshakeable.
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