§ Mr. Cohenasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what assessment he has made of the implications of the deployment of Stinger missiles with anti-Government forces in Afghanistan for the prospects of peace in that country; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. EggarThe prospects for peace in Afghanistan would be most improved by the immediate withdrawal of Soviet troops. Until that happens the Afghan people will undoubtedly continue to do their utmost to defend themselves against Soviet aggression.