David Miliband has urged the Afghan government to talk to moderate members of the Taliban as part of efforts to bring stability to the country.
In a speech to Nato, the UK foreign secretary said those insurgents willing to renounce violence should be included in a broad-based political coalition.
His comments came as it was confirmed the first phase of the UK-US offensive in southern Afghanistan has now ended.
The Tories said ministers must focus on a limited number of clear objectives.
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Talk to Taliban, UK Foreign Minister Miliband urges
