Cameron speaks about the death of Linda Norgrove

The transcript discusses the circumstances surrounding Linda's death during a rescue operation in Afghanistan. Initial evidence suggests a grenade from the task force may have caused her death, prompting a USUK investigation. Linda's family has been informed, and the decision to launch the rescue was based on intelligence indicating her life was in grave danger. The operation, led by US forces, faced significant challenges due to the remote location and high risks involved. Ultimately, the responsibility for Linda's death is attributed to her captors.

What new evidence emerged regarding Linda's death?

• She died due to a grenade detonated by the task force.

• She escaped and was lost in the mountains.

• She was rescued successfully.

• She was killed by her captors.

Why was the decision to launch the rescue operation challenging?

• The operation was easy to execute.

• The operation was fraught with risk and success was not guaranteed.

• There was no risk involved.

• Linda was not in any danger.

What was the main reason for carrying out the rescue operation?

• Linda was safe and secure.

• There was no immediate threat to Linda.

• Linda was in grave danger and could be passed along the terrorist chain.

• The operation was a training exercise.

Who was responsible for carrying out the rescue operation?

• U.S. forces under General Petraeus.

• Linda's family.

• The United Nations.

• The local police force.

Where was Linda being held hostage?

• In a remote Lake 8 location high in the mountains.

• In a city center.

• In a neighboring country.

• In a secure government facility.