The war in Afghanistan is closing in on a decade, but this week marks the first parliamentary debate on Australia's commitment of troops.

Greens member for Melbourne Adam Bandt ignited the debate. John Langmore is former UN and political expert. They join Panorama's Hayley Crane and Nick Toscano.

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