Several former ministers and politicians are refusing to be interviewed as part of an official inquiry into Afghanistan. Historian Niels Klingenberg Vistisen argues that these individuals fail to realize the investigation is focused on the overall picture rather than personal blame. According to Vistisen, this refusal demonstrates a fundamental lack of understanding regarding the value of interview data. He further asserts that such avoidance reflects a disregard for the public. The inquiry seeks to establish a comprehensive overview of the events in Afghanistan. By declining to participate, the politicians are hindering the process of gathering a complete factual account. This tension highlights a conflict between political self-protection and the need for historical transparency.