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Kansas City StarObama's mixed Afghanistan messagesLos Angeles TimesYet when Gen. Stanley A. McChrystal, the US military commander in Kabul, delivered an assessment of the state of the war last week, he said — very ...Withdrawal From Afghanistan May Be DelayedThe New AmericanConcern on Capitol Hill about Afghanistan war growsWashington PostAfghan War Becoming a Bloody FarceRealClearPolitics (blog)New York Times -Minneapolis Star Tribune -Wall Street Journalall 446 news articles »
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ReutersLawmakers hear different take on year-end review of Afghanistan war effortWashington Post... in southern Afghanistan, has progressed more slowly than anticipated, and Gen. Stanley A. McChrystal, the top US commander in Afghanistan, ...Petraeus Touts Integrated Civil-Military Effort In KandaharTalk Radio News ServicePetraeus returns to Senate to health scare quips, serious war talkCNNPentagon decries bleak views on Afghan warReutersBusinessWeek -AFP -The Washington Independentall 1,029 news articles »
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When good news is bad newsBaltimore SunLast week, the top US commander in Afghanistan, Gen. Stanley A. McChrystal, admitted what has been evident for weeks: The planned US push into Kandahar ...and more »
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Maj. Gen. Campbell Becomes New Commander in Eastern AfghanistanThe Washington IndependentIn the east, troop numbers have grown at a slower pace than in the south, and Gen. Stanley McChrystal has decided to pull back from harder-to-defend areas ...
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Books and BootsNew York Times (blog)Gen. Stanley A. McChrystal's counterinsurgency strategy and President Obama's security policies are debated over dinner and drinks, while combat statistics ...
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Washington PostGeneral Forecasts Slower Pace in Afghan WarNew York TimesBRUSSELS — The top United States and NATO commander in Afghanistan, Gen. Stanley A. McChrystal, acknowledged Thursday that efforts in ...'Still a long way to go' for US operation in Marja, AfghanistanWashington PostYoung Afghan suicide bomber approached wedding guestsLos Angeles TimesGeneral: Kandahar operation will take longerThe Associated PressGlobe and Mail -BBC Newsall 4,365 news articles »
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Footage of Gen. Stanley McChrystal in a briefing with Soldiers in Afghanistan. Provided by Joint Combat Camera Afghanistan.
Share this video using the buttons below. facebook.com General Stanley McChrystal told press on March 9, 2010 that the plan in Kandahar was to do outreach in advance of a planned offensive to ensure that the greater part of the population "is pulling us in and supportive so that we're not only doing what they want but we're operating in a way that they're comfortable with." However, when he and Afghan President Hamid Karzai met with local elders earlier this month, they said they didn't want a new offensive in their area and that they did not support the planned military operation. McChrystal's plan suffered a further blow when a US troop strafed a civilian passenger bus, killing at least 4 and injuring 18. Hundreds gathered in protest shouting "death to America!" In other words, the Kandahar population supports a) what McChrystal is doing and b) the way they're doing it...right? Counterinsurgency, meet reality. Had enough? Join us: facebook.com
ISAF Commander General Stanley McChrystal on the importance of partnering in the COIN Campaign in Afghanistan.
Gen. Stanley McChrystal, commander of the International Security Assistance Force, and the "8 Imperatives of COIN". Protecting & Partnering with the People Part 2 of 8
Gen. Stanley McChrystal, commander of the International Security Assistance Force, and the "8 Imperatives of COIN". Part 1 of 8
Gail McCabe interviews Gen. Stanley McChrystal, US Forces Afghanistan and ISAF Commander. Part 2 of 2
Gail McCabe interviews Gen. Stanley McChrystal, US Forces Afghanistan and ISAF Commander. Part 1 of 2.
General Stanley McChrystal, Commander of NATO ISAF, talks about dealing with corruption in Afghanistan and balancing the needs of NATO and ISAF.
General Stanley McChrystal, Commander of NATO ISAF, talks about the responsibility of the Afghan government.
General Stanley McChrystal, Commander of NATO ISAF, talks about his assessment of the condition of Afghanistan.
Lieutenant General Nick Parker, ISAF Deputy Commander in Afghanistan, expresses his regret for the tragic incident and says a joint investigation is being conducted in Uruzgan Province. www.isaf.nato.int JOINT PRESS RELEASE GOVERNMENT OF THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF AFGHANISTAN INTERNATIONAL SECURITY ASSISTANCE FORCE 2010-02-CA-006 For Immediate Release KABUL, Afghanistan (Feb. 22) - Yesterday a group of suspected insurgents, believed to be en route to attack a joint Afghan-ISAF unit, was engaged by an airborne weapons team resulting in a number of individuals killed and wounded. After the joint ground force arrived at the scene and found women and children, they transported the wounded to medical treatment facilities. ISAF has ordered an immediate investigation. "We are extremely saddened by the tragic loss of innocent lives. I have made it clear to our forces that we are here to protect the Afghan people, and inadvertently killing or injuring civilians undermines their trust and confidence in our mission. We will re-double our efforts to regain that trust." said General Stanley McChrystal, Commander of NATO ISAF. General McChrystal spoke last evening with President Karzai and expressed his sorrow and regret for the tragic incident and pledged to fully partner with the joint investigation.
www.timesofearth.com Kabul - Nato has expressed its "deep regret" over the loss of civilian lives in its offensive against the Taliban in the town of Marjah in southern Afghanistan. Despite the deaths of 12 civilians, officials appeared pleased with the Marjah campaign's progress, with Afghan officials saying on Monday that almost total control of the area had been wrested from the Taliban. "Marjah has been almost cleared and our forces are in control," General Mohammad Zahir Azimi, the Afghan defence ministry spokesman, said. "There are some small-scale, sporadic firefights. We are mostly busy with clearing the area of IEDs [Improvised Explosive Devices]. The operation is nearing its end." General Aminullah Patiani, the senior Afghan commander in the operation, echoed that "all of the areas of Marjah and Nad Ali have been taken by combined forces". "Much of Marjah is safe enough for dignitaries to visit. Forces have set up a cordon of three kilometres around the town and they are trying to extend that cordon." But the offensive, known as Operation Moshtarak, was overshadowed on Sunday by the death of 12 Afghan civilians killed when two rockets missed their target and landed on homes in Nad Ali district, where Marjah is located. Nato acknowledged responsibility for the deaths. General Stanley McChrystal, the head of US and Nato forces in Afghanistan, called the loss of life "regrettable" and said the operation was being conducted with "the protection of Afghan people in ...
General Stanley McChrystal, the Commander of NATOs International Security Assistance Force and US Forces Afghanistan, met with members of the media at ISAF Headquarters in Kabul on 7 Feb.
The Commander of ISAF, General Stanley McChrystal, has held his first official joint meeting with the new NATO Senior Civilian Representative to Afghanistan, Ambassador Mark Sedwill. Ambassador Sedwill, the former UK Ambassador to Afghanistan, talked about how the campaign needed a joint military, civil and political approach in support of the Afghans in all three areas.
General Stanley McChrystal, the Commander of NATO's International Security Assistance Force and US Forces Afghanistan hosted a meeting with national ambassadors to Afghanistan in Kabul. Topics included security in areas across the country, reintegration of the Taliban and the importance of entering an area in Afghanistan and staying there until it has been properly secured. Visit the International Security Assistance Force at www.isaf.nato.int
Footage of General Stanley McChrystal, Commander of International Security Assistance Force, during a visit to Canada. Canadian Forces-Combat Camera Videographer-Sergeant Gaetan Racine & Master Corporal Dan Merrell
In this episode, Riz Khan speaks with the head of US and NATO forces in Afghanistan General Stanley McChrystal on President Obama's troop increase and the new military strategy for Afghanistan. Can President Karzai's government provide the necessary support to the mission? And will the new strategy work to win over the hearts and minds of the Afghan people? General McChrystal will face these and a multitude of other serious challenges when he arrives in Kabul to put the new plan into action.
The head of US and Nato forces in Afghanistan discusses Obama's new military strategy.
The head of US and Nato forces in Afghanistan discusses Obama's new military strategy.
General Stanley McChrystal, Commander NATO ISAF and US Forces Afghanistan VIDEO COURTESY NATO
The top US and NATO commander in Afghanistan, General Stanley McChrystal, says the next 18 months are critical to reversing Taliban momentum in Afghanistan. Speaking Tuesday alongside the US Ambassador to Kabul Karl Eikenberry, McCrystal said he believes the US and its allies will continue to boost Afghanistan's ability to provide security in the long term. VOA's Robert Raffaele has more.
On December 12, 2009, General Stanley McChrystal, the top military officer in Afghanistan, and Ambassador Karl Eikenberry, the top US diplomat in Afghanistan, testified before the House Armed Services Committee on the President's strategy to win in Afghanistan. In this video, the committee's Ranking Member, US Rep. Howard P. "Buck" McKeon (R-CA), questioned General McChrystal about the adequacy of the 30000 troop surge and the President's arbitrary July 2011 deadline to withdraw US troops.
General Stanley McChrystal, the top US and NATO commander in Afghanistan, testified on Capitol Hill concerning the way forward in that country. See more DoD videos at dodvclips.mil
In this video, Rep. John Kline (R-MN) questions General Stanley McChrystal, commander of US Forces Afghanistan and NATO's International Security Assistance Force, on President Obama's strategy for Afghanistan.
Asking General Stanley McChrystal questions about Afghanistan during an Armed Services hearing 12-08-09
Gen. Stanley McChrystal, commander of the International Security Assistance Force, and the "Four Cs".
Part 1 of GEN Stanley McChrystal, Commander of US and NATO Forces in Afghanistan, briefing troops and commanders in Kandahar following President Obama's strategy speech. Courtesy of NATO TV. Check out more DoD videos at dodvclips.mil.
Gen. Stanley McChrystal, commander of the International Security Assistance Force, talks strategy with troops in southern Afghanistan hours after President Barack Obama announced a further commitment of 30000 US forces to the war there.
Gen. Stanley McChrystal, commander of the International Security Assistance Force, talks strategy with troops in southern Afghanistan hours after President Barack Obama announced a further commitment of 30000 US forces to the war there.
Gen. Stanley McChrystal, commander of the International Security Assistance Force, addresses members of his staff Wednesday, moments after President Barack Obama announced he would send 30000 more US troops to Afghanistan in order to help ISAF gain the initiative against violent extremists, deny them safe haven and enhance the coalition's ability to train and mentor Afghan security forces. Part 2 of 2
Gen. Stanley McChrystal, commander of the International Security Assistance Force, addresses members of his staff Wednesday, moments after President Barack Obama announced he would send 30000 more US troops to Afghanistan in order to help ISAF gain the initiative against violent extremists, deny them safe haven and enhance the coalition's ability to train and mentor Afghan security forces. Part 1 of 2 Visit ISAF online at www.isaf.nato.int
RT military analyst Yevgeny Khrushchev says the new US war strategy, could be influenced by the private interests of conflict profiteers. While the Obama administration is figuring out it's next step in Afghanistan, the US military death toll in the country has risen to 839.
Colonel David Wakefield is the new spokesman for Taskforce Helmand. It's too early for 11 Brigade to talk in detail about the Troop Uplift announced today, but when we spoke to him from Lashkar Gah, he told us the Brigade's strategy will be firmly aligned with the recent report from ISAF Commander, General Stanley McChrystal.
Here is video of Gen. Stanley McChrystal's comments in London on October 1, 2009, that have supposedly angered the White House and are leading to accusations that he has been "insubordinate" and has "not followed the chain of command." If you listen to the video you will see that McChrystal was asked a question about Afghanistan strategy, and whether the Allies can now just use predator drones to target Al Qaeda rather than having boots on the ground seeking to prevent the Taliban from retaking control of Afghanistan. McChrystal said "No," and explained why. He never mentioned Obama, Joe Biden, but strictly answered the question asked. It would appear the enemies of McChrystal's assessment that we need more troops on Afghanistan are taking this and trying to destroy him because they don't agree with him, under the guise that he has been "insubordinate." He has not been.
This link is very moving. You will see pictures of those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice defending our freedom. afghanistan.pigstye.net This next link has alot of info on the Afghanistan and Iraq wars. icasualties.org On August 30, Gen. Stanley McChrystal sent Defense Secretary Robert Gates a war assessment in which he said more US troops--and a new US strategy--are needed if the US is to defeat the insurgents in Afghanistan. Since that Aug. 30, 2009 date, a total of 43 soldiers have died as of October 1st 2009. On Sunday, Sept 27th 2009 Gen. McChrystal told 60 Minutes that he has talked to Obama only once in the past 70 days. At a briefing on Tuesday, White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs noted that President Obama receives a memo every week from General McChrystal. On Wednesday, President Obama was meeting with McChrystal and other military officials in a video conference to discuss future plans for Afghanistan. The White House said President Obamas national security team will also attend the video conference. But first, Obama welcomes golfing great Arnold Palmer to the Oval Office, the Associated Press reported on Wednesday. Palmer is in town to receive the Congressional Gold Medal. www.cnsnews.com UPDATE! It took 94 days Aug 30th-Dec 2nd and 121 troops killed before Obama could make up his mind and what to do in Afghanstan. What was Obama doing? OBAMA GOING ON LETTERMAN, TALKING TO SCHOOL CHILDREN, RUNNING AROUND THE WORLD TO GET THE OLYMPICS IN CHICAGO OF ...
General Stanley McChrystal discusses the Afghanistan insurgency. See more DoD videos at dodvclips.mil
General Stanley McChrystal says the support of the Afghan people is critical to the US effort in Afghanistan. See more DoD videos at dodvclips.mil
Gen. Stanley McChrystal tasked with turning things around in Afghanistan tells "60 Minutes" that the spread of the violence there was more than he expected. David Martin reports.
Big 3 News Round Table panelists discuss a leaked report published by the Washington Post on September 21, 2009. The "Initial Assessment" report, authored by US Commander of Forces in Afghanistan General Stanley McChrystal, calls for more troops within the next 12 months. The report also suggests the military needs strategy cannot be focused on seizing terrain or destroying insurgent forces, but rather the objective must be the population. Read More: media.washingtonpost.com Big 3 News - Covering The Stories That Matter Most 1-440-249-NEWS (6397) Email: info@big3news.net Twitter: www.twitter.com Skype ID: big3news Facebook: www.facebook On The Web: www.big3news.net Subscribe To Our Live Feed www.big3news.net
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