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International Contributions to the War Against Terrorism and Operation Enduring Freedom
source: Department of Defense

Coalition partners from across globe are fighting against evil of terrorism.
The terrorism of September 11th was not just an attack on the United States, it was an attack on the world. Citizens from more than 80 countries died that day - innocent men, women and children from across the globe. Within hours of the tragedy, coalitions involving many nations assembled to fight terrorism - literally hundreds of countries have contributed in a variety of ways - some militarily, others diplomatically, economically and financially. Some nations have helped openly; others prefer not to disclose their contributions.

In Afghanistan alone, our coalition partners are contributing nearly 6,000 troops to Operation Enduring Freedom and to the International Security Assistance Force in Kabul - making up more than half of the 11,000 non-Afghan forces in Afghanistan. The war against terrorism is a broad-based effort that will take time. Every nation has different circumstances and will participate in different ways. This mission and future missions will require a series of coalitions ready to take on the challenges and assume the risks associated with such an operation.

Coalition forces have made important contributions in the war against terrorism across the spectrum of operations. Particular contributions include, but are not limited to, providing vital intelligence, personnel, equipment and assets for use on the ground, in the air and at sea. Coalition members also have provided liaison teams, participated in planning, provided bases and granted over-flight permissions - as well as made sizable contributions of humanitarian assistance.

Partial List of Support for War Against Terrorism from Some Coalition Partners:

Australia

Bahrain

Belgium

Canada

Czech Republic

Denmark

Egypt

Finland

France

Germany

Great Britain

Greece

Italy

Japan

Jordan

Netherlands

New Zealand

Norway

Poland

Portugal

Republic of Korea

Romania

Russia

Spain

Turkey

United Arab Emirates

Uzbekistan


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