A big disagreement is happening about NATO's long mission in Afghanistan. Prince Harry, who was a soldier there, wants to remember the allied soldiers' sacrifices. He said their sacrifices should be spoken about with respect.
This is different from what former US President Donald Trump said. Trump said NATO allies did not help much in fighting. He also said the US did not need their help. These words have caused problems with other countries. The United Kingdom was especially unhappy.
NATO started its mission in Afghanistan after the September 11th attacks in 2001. Al-Qaeda, which was helped by the Taliban, did these attacks. NATO decided to help the US. Many soldiers from different countries went to Afghanistan. They wanted to stop the Taliban and al-Qaeda.
For 20 years, from 2001 to 2021, NATO soldiers worked in Afghanistan. The mission was difficult and dangerous. Soldiers faced attacks and explosions. They lived in difficult bases. This showed how committed the countries were.
Prince Harry served two times in Afghanistan. He said it is important to remember the soldiers' sacrifices truthfully. He believes in unity and peace. Donald Trump said different things in an interview. He said allies did not contribute much.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called Trump's comments "insulting." Many allies felt the same way. Trump's words have caused diplomatic problems. They also make people think about the mission's results. The war in Afghanistan changed many lives. The current discussion shows we must remember the sacrifices made.