Tanya Biank | February 28, 2007
William Arkin, an NBC military analyst and WashigntonPost.com blogger defamed our troops in a Jan. 30 blog calling them mercenaries who should be “grateful” they still have the support and respect of the American public.
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
Cheney Visits Pakistan, Afghanistan to Discuss Border Security
By Donna Miles
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2007 – Vice President Richard B. Cheney’s unannounced visit to Pakistan yesterday focused on ways to shore up security along the Afghan-Pakistani border and built on discussions earlier this month between Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates and Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf, White House officials said.
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2007 – Vice President Richard B. Cheney’s unannounced visit to Pakistan yesterday focused on ways to shore up security along the Afghan-Pakistani border and built on discussions earlier this month between Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates and Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf, White House officials said.
Iraqi Army Detains 16 Suspects; Insurgents Kill 15 Civilians
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2007 – Special Iraqi army forces detained 16 suspected militiamen during operations today with coalition advisors in Sadr City, and insurgents killed 15 Iraqis and wounded nine in a car-bomb attack in Ramadi yesterday.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2007 – Special Iraqi army forces detained 16 suspected militiamen during operations today with coalition advisors in Sadr City, and insurgents killed 15 Iraqis and wounded nine in a car-bomb attack in Ramadi yesterday.
Cheney Targeted in Afghan Blast
Associated Press | February 27, 2007
BAGRAM, Afghanistan - A suicide bomber killed and wounded some two dozen people outside the main U.S. military base in Afghanistan on Tuesday during a visit by Vice President Dick Cheney. The Taliban claimed responsibility and said Cheney was the target.
BAGRAM, Afghanistan - A suicide bomber killed and wounded some two dozen people outside the main U.S. military base in Afghanistan on Tuesday during a visit by Vice President Dick Cheney. The Taliban claimed responsibility and said Cheney was the target.
Monday, February 26, 2007
The Choice on Iraq
BY JOSEPH LIEBERMAN
Monday, February 26, 2007 12:01 a.m. EST
Two months into the 110th Congress, Washington has never been more bitterly divided over our mission in Iraq. The Senate and House of Representatives are bracing for parliamentary trench warfare--trapped in an escalating dynamic of division and confrontation that will neither resolve the tough challenges we face in Iraq nor strengthen our nation against its terrorist enemies around the world.
Monday, February 26, 2007 12:01 a.m. EST
Two months into the 110th Congress, Washington has never been more bitterly divided over our mission in Iraq. The Senate and House of Representatives are bracing for parliamentary trench warfare--trapped in an escalating dynamic of division and confrontation that will neither resolve the tough challenges we face in Iraq nor strengthen our nation against its terrorist enemies around the world.
British Troops Heading to Afghanistan
Associated Press | February 26, 2007
LONDON - Britain's Defense Secretary Des Browne on Monday announced the deployment of 1,400 extra troops to Afghanistan to tackle a threatened Taliban spring offensive, days after Tony Blair announced a major withdrawal from Iraq.
LONDON - Britain's Defense Secretary Des Browne on Monday announced the deployment of 1,400 extra troops to Afghanistan to tackle a threatened Taliban spring offensive, days after Tony Blair announced a major withdrawal from Iraq.
Cheney Makes Secret Afghan Trip
Associated Press | February 26, 2007
KABUL, Afghanistan - U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney talked about future military operations with senior American military leaders at the largest U.S. military base in Afghanistan on Monday, though a planned meeting with President Hamid Karzai was canceled because of bad weather.
KABUL, Afghanistan - U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney talked about future military operations with senior American military leaders at the largest U.S. military base in Afghanistan on Monday, though a planned meeting with President Hamid Karzai was canceled because of bad weather.
Iraq Key to Defense of U.S., Bush Tells Governors
By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26, 2007 – If the United States leaves Iraq before the job is done, the enemy will strike in America, President Bush told the National Governors Association at the White House today.
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26, 2007 – If the United States leaves Iraq before the job is done, the enemy will strike in America, President Bush told the National Governors Association at the White House today.
Building Global Network, Denying Safe Havens Essential in War on Terror
By John J. Kruzel
American Forces Press Service
ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 26, 2007 – In the long war on terrorism, it takes a network to defeat a network, a senior Defense Department official said today at the 18th annual Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict Symposium here.
American Forces Press Service
ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 26, 2007 – In the long war on terrorism, it takes a network to defeat a network, a senior Defense Department official said today at the 18th annual Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict Symposium here.
Iraqi Tips Lead to Bomb Factory Discovery
By Donna Miles
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26, 2007 – Tips that led to the discovery of a bomb-making factory in western Iraq demonstrate that the Iraqi people are fed up with terrorists operating in their midst and stepping forward to help remove them, military officials in Baghdad told reporters today.
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26, 2007 – Tips that led to the discovery of a bomb-making factory in western Iraq demonstrate that the Iraqi people are fed up with terrorists operating in their midst and stepping forward to help remove them, military officials in Baghdad told reporters today.
Suspected al Qaeda Leader, Others Captured; Weapons Cache Found
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26, 2007 – Coalition forces detained 15 suspected terrorists, including a suspected al Qaeda in Iraq emir, in raids throughout Iraq today; Iraqi forces found a large weapons cache Feb. 24; and Iraqi and coalition forces announced the casualty toll from yesterday’s car-bomb attack in Habbaniyah, military officials reported.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26, 2007 – Coalition forces detained 15 suspected terrorists, including a suspected al Qaeda in Iraq emir, in raids throughout Iraq today; Iraqi forces found a large weapons cache Feb. 24; and Iraqi and coalition forces announced the casualty toll from yesterday’s car-bomb attack in Habbaniyah, military officials reported.
Major Weapons Cache Seized in Iraq
Associated Press | February 26, 2007
BAQOUBA, Iraq - U.S. and Iraqi forces have seized a large weapons cache that includes parts for sophisticated roadside bombs that are believed to originate in Iran, U.S. military investigators said.
BAQOUBA, Iraq - U.S. and Iraqi forces have seized a large weapons cache that includes parts for sophisticated roadside bombs that are believed to originate in Iran, U.S. military investigators said.
Forces Kill, Capture Terrorists During Operations in Iraq
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 25, 2007 – Over the past three days in Iraq, U.S. and Iraqi forces killed terrorists, captured suspects, confiscated weapons and responded to bombings.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 25, 2007 – Over the past three days in Iraq, U.S. and Iraqi forces killed terrorists, captured suspects, confiscated weapons and responded to bombings.
Forces Conduct Humanitarian Operations in Iraq
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 25, 2007 – U.S. troops conducted a medical support operation at a school and Polish soldiers handed out humanitarian supplies in two separate operations over the past three days in Iraq.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 25, 2007 – U.S. troops conducted a medical support operation at a school and Polish soldiers handed out humanitarian supplies in two separate operations over the past three days in Iraq.
Friday, February 23, 2007
Bears, Lions, and Eagles
Oliver North | February 23, 2007
"The lion and the bear are hunting the eagle." That's how a refugee from Tehran's reigning ayatollahs put it when he called me this week about recent developments in his homeland. The lion to which my friend referred was on the coat of arms of nearly every Persian king for more than a thousand years.
"The lion and the bear are hunting the eagle." That's how a refugee from Tehran's reigning ayatollahs put it when he called me this week about recent developments in his homeland. The lion to which my friend referred was on the coat of arms of nearly every Persian king for more than a thousand years.
Dems Try to Limit Bush's Authority
Associated Press | February 23, 2007
WASHINGTON - Four years ago, Congress passed legislation authorizing President Bush to go to war in Iraq. Now Senate Democrats want to take it back.
As you can see from this article, Democrats in Congress have chosen defeat in the war against Islamic Fascists. They are trying to force our nation to follow the same path that led to our defeat in the Vietnam War. This is a strategy of the Congress of the United States to micro-manages our war fighting. Those of us who Choose Victory know that the best way to win is to allow the professionals in the military to do their jobs without interference from petty political partisans. War should not be used as a political football for politicians to irresponsibly toss around. I pray the Democrats will not be successful because their victory in micro-managing the war will only lead to needless American casualties and future attacks on our homeland.
WASHINGTON - Four years ago, Congress passed legislation authorizing President Bush to go to war in Iraq. Now Senate Democrats want to take it back.
As you can see from this article, Democrats in Congress have chosen defeat in the war against Islamic Fascists. They are trying to force our nation to follow the same path that led to our defeat in the Vietnam War. This is a strategy of the Congress of the United States to micro-manages our war fighting. Those of us who Choose Victory know that the best way to win is to allow the professionals in the military to do their jobs without interference from petty political partisans. War should not be used as a political football for politicians to irresponsibly toss around. I pray the Democrats will not be successful because their victory in micro-managing the war will only lead to needless American casualties and future attacks on our homeland.
Thursday, February 22, 2007
Report Says Nuclear Work Ongoing in Iran
Feb 22, 11:39 AM (ET) | By GEORGE JAHN
VIENNA, Austria (AP) - Iran has expanded its uranium enrichment program instead of complying with a U.N. Security Council ultimatum to freeze it, the U.N. nuclear watchdog agency said Thursday in a finding that clears the way for harsher sanctions against Tehran.
VIENNA, Austria (AP) - Iran has expanded its uranium enrichment program instead of complying with a U.N. Security Council ultimatum to freeze it, the U.N. nuclear watchdog agency said Thursday in a finding that clears the way for harsher sanctions against Tehran.
Wednesday, February 21, 2007
No Serious Injuries in Helo Crash; Troops Kill, Detain Terrorists
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21, 2007 – No one was seriously injured when a U.S. Army UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter went down near Baghdad today, military officials reported. Meanwhile, coalition forces killed seven terrorists and detained 13 others, and local citizens and Iraqi police denied an al Qaeda convoy entry into a village over the last two days in Iraq.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21, 2007 – No one was seriously injured when a U.S. Army UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter went down near Baghdad today, military officials reported. Meanwhile, coalition forces killed seven terrorists and detained 13 others, and local citizens and Iraqi police denied an al Qaeda convoy entry into a village over the last two days in Iraq.
Cheney: Terrorists See Breaking America’s Will as Road to Victory
By John D. Banusiewicz | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21, 2007 – Terrorists know they can’t defeat the United States militarily, so they seek instead to break the nation’s will, Vice President Dick Cheney told the crew of the USS Kitty Hawk today.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21, 2007 – Terrorists know they can’t defeat the United States militarily, so they seek instead to break the nation’s will, Vice President Dick Cheney told the crew of the USS Kitty Hawk today.
Kentucky Guard Soldier Receives Distinguished Service Cross
By Staff Sgt. Jon Soucy, USA | American Forces Press Service
LEXINGTON, Ky., Feb. 21, 2007 – A Kentucky Army National Guardsman has become the first Guard soldier -- and only the fifth servicemember overall -- to receive the Distinguished Service Cross.
LEXINGTON, Ky., Feb. 21, 2007 – A Kentucky Army National Guardsman has become the first Guard soldier -- and only the fifth servicemember overall -- to receive the Distinguished Service Cross.
General Recaps First Week of New Baghdad Security Operation
By John J. Kruzel | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21, 2007 – The Baghdad security operation that began last week has quelled certain violent acts in the Iraqi capital, a U.S. military spokesman in Baghdad said today.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21, 2007 – The Baghdad security operation that began last week has quelled certain violent acts in the Iraqi capital, a U.S. military spokesman in Baghdad said today.
Cheney: US Won't Retreat
Associated Press | February 21, 2007
YOKOSUKA NAVAL BASE, Japan - Vice President Dick Cheney reaffirmed the Bush administration's commitment to the increasingly unpopular war in Iraq during a visit to a U.S. aircraft carrier Wednesday, saying "the American people will not support a policy of retreat."
YOKOSUKA NAVAL BASE, Japan - Vice President Dick Cheney reaffirmed the Bush administration's commitment to the increasingly unpopular war in Iraq during a visit to a U.S. aircraft carrier Wednesday, saying "the American people will not support a policy of retreat."
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
Accident Wreckage Destroyed; Afghan, Coalition Forces Target Taliban
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20, 2007 – In operations throughout Afghanistan in the past two days, coalition forces destroyed the wreckage from a helicopter crash, Afghan and coalition forces conducted an air strike against the Taliban, and a suicide bomber injured seven NATO troops.
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In another operation, Taliban insurgents in western Uruzgan province today engaged Afghan and coalition forces clearing an improvised explosive device. The combined force engaged the insurgents with heavy-weapons fire, causing the Taliban to retreat into a cave. Coalition forces dropped one 2,000-pound bomb on the cave, sealing it off. Due to the precision of the air strike, no damage or injuries to civilians were reported during the operation, officials said.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20, 2007 – In operations throughout Afghanistan in the past two days, coalition forces destroyed the wreckage from a helicopter crash, Afghan and coalition forces conducted an air strike against the Taliban, and a suicide bomber injured seven NATO troops.
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In another operation, Taliban insurgents in western Uruzgan province today engaged Afghan and coalition forces clearing an improvised explosive device. The combined force engaged the insurgents with heavy-weapons fire, causing the Taliban to retreat into a cave. Coalition forces dropped one 2,000-pound bomb on the cave, sealing it off. Due to the precision of the air strike, no damage or injuries to civilians were reported during the operation, officials said.
Monday, February 19, 2007
61 Terrorists Captured, Weapons Seized
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19, 2007 – Iraqi and coalition forces captured 61 suspected terrorists, destroyed five improvised explosive devices and seized several weapons caches during operations across Iraq in the past four days.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19, 2007 – Iraqi and coalition forces captured 61 suspected terrorists, destroyed five improvised explosive devices and seized several weapons caches during operations across Iraq in the past four days.
Congressman Johnson (R-TX) Floor Speech (02.16.07)
You've got to see this speech. What an amazing Patriot
Sunday, February 18, 2007
Diddling While Americans Die
Oliver North | February 16, 2007
He was an American hero. On his second tour of duty in Iraq, he had already served in the Western Pacific and a prior combat tour in Afghanistan. On Friday afternoon, February 16 , when Sgt. Joshua Frazier, USMC, was laid to rest in the soil of his native Virginia, his comrades in arms from the 1st Battalion, 6th Marines were fighting terrorists on the mean streets of Ramadi, in Iraq's bloody Al Anbar Province. As Sgt. Frazier's grieving mother was being presented with a carefully folded American flag, the Congress of the United States was debating a meaningless non-binding resolution attacking the commander in chief.
He was an American hero. On his second tour of duty in Iraq, he had already served in the Western Pacific and a prior combat tour in Afghanistan. On Friday afternoon, February 16 , when Sgt. Joshua Frazier, USMC, was laid to rest in the soil of his native Virginia, his comrades in arms from the 1st Battalion, 6th Marines were fighting terrorists on the mean streets of Ramadi, in Iraq's bloody Al Anbar Province. As Sgt. Frazier's grieving mother was being presented with a carefully folded American flag, the Congress of the United States was debating a meaningless non-binding resolution attacking the commander in chief.
Senate Democrats Fail
Associated Press | February 18, 2007
"There is no place for chicanery at a time of war," said Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky. "Even some of the president's most strident opponents know that. They know that the only vote that truly matters is a vote on whether to fund the troops."
"There is no place for chicanery at a time of war," said Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky. "Even some of the president's most strident opponents know that. They know that the only vote that truly matters is a vote on whether to fund the troops."
Coalition Forces Kill Four Terrorists, Detain Dozens
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18, 2007 – Coalition forces killed four foreign terrorist facilitators and detained 63 other enemy fighters in operations throughout Iraq during the past three days.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18, 2007 – Coalition forces killed four foreign terrorist facilitators and detained 63 other enemy fighters in operations throughout Iraq during the past three days.
Friday, February 16, 2007
Iraq PM tells Bush of 'dazzling successes' in Baghdad
Feb 16 10:47 AM US/Eastern
Iraq's Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki told US President George W. Bush by videolink that the first few days of their countries' joint security plan in Baghdad had been a great success.
Iraq's Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki told US President George W. Bush by videolink that the first few days of their countries' joint security plan in Baghdad had been a great success.
Thursday, February 15, 2007
GIs Sweep Baghdad; Al-Qaida Leader Hurt
Feb 15, 7:44 PM (ET) | By BRIAN MURPHY
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) - U.S. and Iraqi forces pushed deeper Thursday into Sunni militant strongholds in Baghdad - where cars rigged with explosives greeted their advance - while British-led teams in southern Iraq used shipping containers to block suspected weapon smuggling routes from Iran. Early Friday, a spokesman for the Interior Ministry said the leader of al-Qaida in Iraq, Abu Ayyub al-Masri, was wounded and an aide was killed in a clash the previous day with Iraqi forces north of Baghdad.
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) - U.S. and Iraqi forces pushed deeper Thursday into Sunni militant strongholds in Baghdad - where cars rigged with explosives greeted their advance - while British-led teams in southern Iraq used shipping containers to block suspected weapon smuggling routes from Iran. Early Friday, a spokesman for the Interior Ministry said the leader of al-Qaida in Iraq, Abu Ayyub al-Masri, was wounded and an aide was killed in a clash the previous day with Iraqi forces north of Baghdad.
Security Crackdown Continues in Iraq
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 15, 2007 – Coalition and Iraqi forces are continuing their security crackdown in Iraq, taking suspected terrorists into custody, seizing illegal weapons and freeing a hostage in operations over the last two days.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 15, 2007 – Coalition and Iraqi forces are continuing their security crackdown in Iraq, taking suspected terrorists into custody, seizing illegal weapons and freeing a hostage in operations over the last two days.
Official Defines Potential for Securing Iraq
By Tim Kilbride
Special to American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 15, 2007 – In spite of understandable skepticism over the fate of ongoing stabilization efforts in Iraq, a top U.S. military official said yesterday, the potential exists for success.
Special to American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 15, 2007 – In spite of understandable skepticism over the fate of ongoing stabilization efforts in Iraq, a top U.S. military official said yesterday, the potential exists for success.
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
15 Terrorists Killed in Iraq, Dozens Detained
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 14, 2007 – Coalition forces killed 15 terrorists and detained 44 others in operations around Iraq over the past two days.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 14, 2007 – Coalition forces killed 15 terrorists and detained 44 others in operations around Iraq over the past two days.
Bush Says Baghdad Security Plan on Track
By Fred W. Baker III
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 14, 2007 – The Baghdad security plan is on track, and the Iraqi government is meeting benchmarks necessary for continued coalition cooperation, President Bush said today.
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 14, 2007 – The Baghdad security plan is on track, and the Iraqi government is meeting benchmarks necessary for continued coalition cooperation, President Bush said today.
New Buildup of Baghdad Security Plan Starts
By Sgt. Sara Wood, USA
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 14, 2007 – The new phase of the Baghdad security plan, which the Iraqi government announced yesterday, is a step in the right direction, but must be given time to work, a U.S. military spokesman in Baghdad said today.
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 14, 2007 – The new phase of the Baghdad security plan, which the Iraqi government announced yesterday, is a step in the right direction, but must be given time to work, a U.S. military spokesman in Baghdad said today.
Pace: Iran Complicit in IED Attacks on Coalition
By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service
ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam, Feb. 14, 2007 – The Iranian government is complicit in improvised-explosive-device attacks on coalition and Iraqi forces, Marine Gen. Peter Pace said today in Jakarta, Indonesia.
American Forces Press Service
ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam, Feb. 14, 2007 – The Iranian government is complicit in improvised-explosive-device attacks on coalition and Iraqi forces, Marine Gen. Peter Pace said today in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Bush: U.S. Troops Counting on Congress
Feb 14, 11:29 AM (ET) | By TERENCE HUNT
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Bush shrugged off congressional debate on a nonbinding resolution opposing his Iraq policy on Wednesday but said U.S. troops are counting on lawmakers to provide them the funds they need to win.
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Bush shrugged off congressional debate on a nonbinding resolution opposing his Iraq policy on Wednesday but said U.S. troops are counting on lawmakers to provide them the funds they need to win.
Security Crackdown Launches in Baghdad
Feb 14, 11:10 AM (ET) | By BUSHRA JUHI
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) - The Iraqi government formally launched a long-awaited security crackdown in Baghdad on Wednesday, with U.S. and Iraqi troops stepping up patrols, setting up new checkpoints and randomly searching cars to stop the violence in the capital. Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki said the sweep, code-named Operation Imposing Law, would target those "who want to continue with rebellion."
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) - The Iraqi government formally launched a long-awaited security crackdown in Baghdad on Wednesday, with U.S. and Iraqi troops stepping up patrols, setting up new checkpoints and randomly searching cars to stop the violence in the capital. Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki said the sweep, code-named Operation Imposing Law, would target those "who want to continue with rebellion."
A Ramadi Rebirth - One Block at a Time
ON Point | Andrew Lubin | February 13, 2007
There's more news from Ramadi than just gunfire, IEDs, and Marine casualties. This is a city that is slowly returning to life.
There's more news from Ramadi than just gunfire, IEDs, and Marine casualties. This is a city that is slowly returning to life.
U.S. Will Continue to Go After Bomb Makers in Iraq, Pace Says
By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service
JAKARTA, Indonesia, Feb. 13, 2007 – The United States will continue to pursue aggressively anyone trying to kill coalition forces in Iraq, Marine Gen. Peter Pace said here today.
American Forces Press Service
JAKARTA, Indonesia, Feb. 13, 2007 – The United States will continue to pursue aggressively anyone trying to kill coalition forces in Iraq, Marine Gen. Peter Pace said here today.
Tuesday, February 13, 2007
Iraqi insurgents using Austrian rifles from Iran
By Thomas Harding, Defence Correspondent
Last Updated: 11:55am GMT 13/02/2007
Austrian sniper rifles that were exported to Iran have been discovered in the hands of Iraqi terrorists, The Daily Telegraph has learned.
Last Updated: 11:55am GMT 13/02/2007
Austrian sniper rifles that were exported to Iran have been discovered in the hands of Iraqi terrorists, The Daily Telegraph has learned.
Monday, February 12, 2007
Gates Seeks Pakistan's Help on Taliban
Associated Press | February 12, 2007
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan - Pentagon Chief Robert Gates, in his push for a coordinated assault against the Taliban in Afghanistan this spring, is enlisting Pakistan's help and vowing better military coordination along the troubled border between the two countries.
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan - Pentagon Chief Robert Gates, in his push for a coordinated assault against the Taliban in Afghanistan this spring, is enlisting Pakistan's help and vowing better military coordination along the troubled border between the two countries.
Partners Battle Terrorism in Afghanistan-Pakistan Border Region
American Forces Press Service
BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan, Feb. 12, 2007 – Afghan, Pakistani and NATO forces in the International Security Assistance Force are actively thwarting terrorism along the border region between Afghanistan and Pakistan through communication, coordination and cooperation.
BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan, Feb. 12, 2007 – Afghan, Pakistani and NATO forces in the International Security Assistance Force are actively thwarting terrorism along the border region between Afghanistan and Pakistan through communication, coordination and cooperation.
Bomb-making Sites Raided; 10 Suspects Nabbed in Separate Operation
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12, 2007 – American and Iraqi soldiers raided suspected bomb-making sites in eastern Baghdad yesterday, military officials reported, while U.S. and Iraqi troops yesterday nabbed 10 suspected insurgents following a firefight near the village of Ubaydah, Iraq.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12, 2007 – American and Iraqi soldiers raided suspected bomb-making sites in eastern Baghdad yesterday, military officials reported, while U.S. and Iraqi troops yesterday nabbed 10 suspected insurgents following a firefight near the village of Ubaydah, Iraq.
Taliban Senior Leader Targeted in Assault
American Forces Press Service
BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan, Feb. 12, 2007 – Several Taliban fighters were killed during an assault by Afghan National Army and coalition forces early this morning near the town of Gershk, in the Nahr Surkh district of Helmand province.
BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan, Feb. 12, 2007 – Several Taliban fighters were killed during an assault by Afghan National Army and coalition forces early this morning near the town of Gershk, in the Nahr Surkh district of Helmand province.
Iraqis Fulfilling Their Promises, Pace Says
By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service
CANBERRA, Australia, Feb. 12, 2007 – The Iraqi government is doing everything it promised to do under President Bush and Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki’s new strategy, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said here today.
American Forces Press Service
CANBERRA, Australia, Feb. 12, 2007 – The Iraqi government is doing everything it promised to do under President Bush and Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki’s new strategy, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said here today.
House Democrats to Vote on Anti-War Bill
Feb 12, 10:26 AM (ET) | By DAVID ESPO
WASHINGTON (AP) - House Democratic leaders circulated a nonbinding resolution Monday saying that Congress "disapproves of the decision of President George W. Bush ... to deploy more than 20,000 additional United States combat troops to Iraq."
COMMENTARY: I decided to include this article because it shows the stark contrast between those who have chosen defeat and those of us who Choose Victory in this war against Islamic-Fascists. Democrats in the House have chosen retreat and capitulation. We must remain resolute and fight our enemies including the ones on our own shores and working in the U.S. Capitol. -- Chris Muller
WASHINGTON (AP) - House Democratic leaders circulated a nonbinding resolution Monday saying that Congress "disapproves of the decision of President George W. Bush ... to deploy more than 20,000 additional United States combat troops to Iraq."
COMMENTARY: I decided to include this article because it shows the stark contrast between those who have chosen defeat and those of us who Choose Victory in this war against Islamic-Fascists. Democrats in the House have chosen retreat and capitulation. We must remain resolute and fight our enemies including the ones on our own shores and working in the U.S. Capitol. -- Chris Muller
Iran Arming Iraqi Insurgents
Associated Press | February 12, 2007
BAGHDAD, Iraq - U.S. military officials on Sunday accused the highest levels of the Iranian leadership of arming Shiite militants in Iraq with sophisticated armor-piercing roadside bombs that have killed more than 170 troops from the American-led coalition.
BAGHDAD, Iraq - U.S. military officials on Sunday accused the highest levels of the Iranian leadership of arming Shiite militants in Iraq with sophisticated armor-piercing roadside bombs that have killed more than 170 troops from the American-led coalition.
US Launches Artillery Into Pakistan
Associated Press | February 12, 2007
BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan - Asserting a right to self-defense, American forces in eastern Afghanistan have launched artillery rounds into Pakistan to strike Taliban fighters who attack remote U.S. outposts, the commander of U.S. forces in the region said Sunday.
BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan - Asserting a right to self-defense, American forces in eastern Afghanistan have launched artillery rounds into Pakistan to strike Taliban fighters who attack remote U.S. outposts, the commander of U.S. forces in the region said Sunday.
Numerous Suspected Terrorists Captured in Iraq; Weapons Cache Found
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11, 2007 – Coalition forces captured a suspected al Qaeda in Iraq military planner and detained 14 other suspected terrorists during multiple operations today, military officials reported.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11, 2007 – Coalition forces captured a suspected al Qaeda in Iraq military planner and detained 14 other suspected terrorists during multiple operations today, military officials reported.
General: NATO Troops ‘Well Postured’ for Continued Success in Afghanistan
By Steven Donald Smith
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11, 2007 – Coalition forces are “well postured” to deal with Taliban remnants in southern Afghanistan and help spread good governance there, the former commander of Combined Forces Command Afghanistan said today on CNN’s “Late Edition with Wolf Blitzer.”
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11, 2007 – Coalition forces are “well postured” to deal with Taliban remnants in southern Afghanistan and help spread good governance there, the former commander of Combined Forces Command Afghanistan said today on CNN’s “Late Edition with Wolf Blitzer.”
Pace: Military, Other Agencies to Forge New Relationships in Africa
By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11, 2007 – Africa Command, which President Bush announced Feb. 6, may be a chance for the military and other U.S. agencies to forge new command and working relationships, the top U.S. general said.
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11, 2007 – Africa Command, which President Bush announced Feb. 6, may be a chance for the military and other U.S. agencies to forge new command and working relationships, the top U.S. general said.
Saturday, February 10, 2007
Copters in Iraq Upgraded
Associated Press | February 10, 2007
BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan - There is no basis for believing that insurgents' recent success in shooting down U.S. helicopters in Iraq means they have developed new attack methods or discovered new U.S. vulnerabilities, the Army's vice chief of staff said Saturday.
BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan - There is no basis for believing that insurgents' recent success in shooting down U.S. helicopters in Iraq means they have developed new attack methods or discovered new U.S. vulnerabilities, the Army's vice chief of staff said Saturday.
Craddock: More NATO Troops in Afghanistan Will Lead to Stability
By Linda D. Kozaryn
American Forces Press Service
MUNICH, Germany, Feb. 10, 2007 – It will take more troops to conduct a combination of security and stability operations to end fighting in Afghanistan, NATO’s supreme allied commander in Europe said here today.
American Forces Press Service
MUNICH, Germany, Feb. 10, 2007 – It will take more troops to conduct a combination of security and stability operations to end fighting in Afghanistan, NATO’s supreme allied commander in Europe said here today.
Gates: Multinational Force Sweeps Pick Up Iranians
By Linda D. Kozaryn
American Forces Press Service
SEVILLE, Spain, Feb. 10, 2007 – Multinational forces in Iraq recently captured some Iranians during sweeps to find networks that build and emplace improvised explosive devices, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said here yesterday.
American Forces Press Service
SEVILLE, Spain, Feb. 10, 2007 – Multinational forces in Iraq recently captured some Iranians during sweeps to find networks that build and emplace improvised explosive devices, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said here yesterday.
Petraeus Addresses Multinational Force Iraq Troops Upon Taking Command
By Steven Donald Smith
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10, 2007 – Iraq is at a pivotal crossroad, the new commander of Multinational Force Iraq said in a letter to the command’s troops today.
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10, 2007 – Iraq is at a pivotal crossroad, the new commander of Multinational Force Iraq said in a letter to the command’s troops today.
Friday, February 9, 2007
Gates: I can Prove Iran's Role in Iraq
Associated Press | February 09, 2007
SEVILLE, Spain - Serial numbers and markings on explosives used in Iraq provide "pretty good" evidence that Iran is providing either weapons or technology for militants there, Defense Secretary Robert Gates asserted Friday.
SEVILLE, Spain - Serial numbers and markings on explosives used in Iraq provide "pretty good" evidence that Iran is providing either weapons or technology for militants there, Defense Secretary Robert Gates asserted Friday.
DoD Officials: Iraqis Responding as Promised to Baghdad Security Mission
By Donna Miles
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9, 2007 – The new security plan for Baghdad is progressing as planned, with Iraqi brigades arriving as promised and the first elements of the U.S. “surge” force operating with them in the capital city, Defense Department officials told Pentagon reporters today.
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9, 2007 – The new security plan for Baghdad is progressing as planned, with Iraqi brigades arriving as promised and the first elements of the U.S. “surge” force operating with them in the capital city, Defense Department officials told Pentagon reporters today.
Bagram PRT Opens New Bridge, Road
By Staff Sgt. Thomas J. Doscher, USAF
Special to American Forces Press Service
BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan, Feb. 9, 2007 – When local contractor Asil Khan first thought of building a bridge over the Gogamanda River, he was knee-deep in it, evading the Soviet army on a trip to Pakistan to procure weapons for the Mujahadeen.
Special to American Forces Press Service
BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan, Feb. 9, 2007 – When local contractor Asil Khan first thought of building a bridge over the Gogamanda River, he was knee-deep in it, evading the Soviet army on a trip to Pakistan to procure weapons for the Mujahadeen.
General Emphasizes Commitment to Success in Afghanistan
By Sgt. Timothy Dinneen, USA
Special to American Forces Press Service
BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan, Feb. 9, 2007 – The new commander and top enlisted soldier of Combined Joint Task Force 76 emphasized their commitment to success In Afghanistan at a news conference here yesterday.
Special to American Forces Press Service
BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan, Feb. 9, 2007 – The new commander and top enlisted soldier of Combined Joint Task Force 76 emphasized their commitment to success In Afghanistan at a news conference here yesterday.
Thursday, February 8, 2007
Marines 'Hit the Jackpot' Near Fallujah
ON Point | Andrew Lubin | February 08, 2007
A telephone system might be unnecessary in the Iraqi tribal culture. Local news spreads faster when it runs word of mouth, from mother to daughter, uncle to nephew, or sheik to sheik. Because of this networking, when the Marines of 4th Platoon, Golf Company, 2/8 raided a house last night, they managed to hit a jackpot. They arrested someone who they had been looking for. More importantly, they also found someone who had been looking for them.
A telephone system might be unnecessary in the Iraqi tribal culture. Local news spreads faster when it runs word of mouth, from mother to daughter, uncle to nephew, or sheik to sheik. Because of this networking, when the Marines of 4th Platoon, Golf Company, 2/8 raided a house last night, they managed to hit a jackpot. They arrested someone who they had been looking for. More importantly, they also found someone who had been looking for them.
Senior Official at Iraq Ministry of Health Detained; 13 Terrorists Killed
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 8, 2007 – Coalition forces captured a Ministry of Health senior official, killed 20 terrorists and detained five others in operations around Iraq over the past two days.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 8, 2007 – Coalition forces captured a Ministry of Health senior official, killed 20 terrorists and detained five others in operations around Iraq over the past two days.
NATO Pledges More Troops, Support for Afghanistan
By Linda D. Kozaryn
American Forces Press Service
SEVILLE, Spain, Feb. 8, 2007 – The entire international community will step up its support for the Afghan people this year, NATO Secretary-General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer said here today at the start of the Seville Summit.
American Forces Press Service
SEVILLE, Spain, Feb. 8, 2007 – The entire international community will step up its support for the Afghan people this year, NATO Secretary-General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer said here today at the start of the Seville Summit.
Wednesday, February 7, 2007
Gates Hopeful of Early Iraq Exit
Associated Press | February 06, 2007
WASHINGTON - Defense Secretary Robert Gates held out hope Tuesday that U.S. forces might be able to start leaving Iraq before the end of the year, if daunting conditions including subdued violence and political reconciliation are met.
WASHINGTON - Defense Secretary Robert Gates held out hope Tuesday that U.S. forces might be able to start leaving Iraq before the end of the year, if daunting conditions including subdued violence and political reconciliation are met.
Air Force 'Surging' Too
InsideDefense.com NewsStand | Marcus Weisgerber | February 07, 2007
The Air Force is increasing the number of personnel and aircraft in the Middle East to support the 21,500 ground troops joining the battle in Iraq as part of President Bush’s “surge” plan, the service’s chief strategist in the region tells Inside the Air Force.
The Air Force is increasing the number of personnel and aircraft in the Middle East to support the 21,500 ground troops joining the battle in Iraq as part of President Bush’s “surge” plan, the service’s chief strategist in the region tells Inside the Air Force.
Suspected Bombers Captured; Insurgent Attack Kills 3 Iraqi Children
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 7, 2007 – Coalition forces nabbed two suspected al Qaeda-affiliated bombers during a morning raid in west Taji, Iraq, today, military officials reported, while three Iraqi children were killed and a dozen other residents were wounded today as the result of a insurgent mortar attack on a village north of Baghdad.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 7, 2007 – Coalition forces nabbed two suspected al Qaeda-affiliated bombers during a morning raid in west Taji, Iraq, today, military officials reported, while three Iraqi children were killed and a dozen other residents were wounded today as the result of a insurgent mortar attack on a village north of Baghdad.
Vice Chairman: Pakistan Strong, Dedicated Ally in War on Terror
By Tech. Sgt. Sean P. Houlihan, USAF
Special to American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 7, 2007 – Pakistan has proven to be a dedicated ally of the United States since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, the vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said in an interview.
Special to American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 7, 2007 – Pakistan has proven to be a dedicated ally of the United States since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, the vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said in an interview.
Tuesday, February 6, 2007
U.S. Transfers Humvees, Weapons to Afghan National Army
American Forces Press Service
KABUL, Afghanistan, Feb. 6, 2007 – The United States transferred 213 Humvees and more than 12,000 light weapons to the Afghan National Army during a ceremony Feb. 2 at a depot in Pol-e-charkhi, Afghanistan.
KABUL, Afghanistan, Feb. 6, 2007 – The United States transferred 213 Humvees and more than 12,000 light weapons to the Afghan National Army during a ceremony Feb. 2 at a depot in Pol-e-charkhi, Afghanistan.
DoD Establishing U.S. Africa Command
WASHINGTON, Feb. 6, 2007 – The U.S. military will establish a separate U.S. Africa Command to oversee military operations on the African continent, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates announced during Congressional testimony today.
Monday, February 5, 2007
Where Iraq Stands
Peter Brookes | February 05, 2007
The long-awaited National Intelligence Estimate on Iraq - "Prospects for Iraq's Stability: A Challenging Road Ahead" - is finally on the streets after months of delay.
The long-awaited National Intelligence Estimate on Iraq - "Prospects for Iraq's Stability: A Challenging Road Ahead" - is finally on the streets after months of delay.
Greetings From Rancho Mirage
Ben Stein | February 05, 2007
Dear Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, National Guard, Reservists, in Iraq, in the Middle East theater, in Afghanistan, in the area near Afghanistan, in any base anywhere in the world, and your families:
Let me tell you about why you guys own about 90 percent of the backbone in the whole world right now and should be happy with yourselves and proud of whom you are.
Dear Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, National Guard, Reservists, in Iraq, in the Middle East theater, in Afghanistan, in the area near Afghanistan, in any base anywhere in the world, and your families:
Let me tell you about why you guys own about 90 percent of the backbone in the whole world right now and should be happy with yourselves and proud of whom you are.
U.S. Pilots Alter Tactics
Associated Press | February 05, 2007
BAGHDAD, Iraq - The U.S. command has ordered changes in flight operations after four helicopters were shot down in the last two weeks, the chief military spokesman said, acknowledging for the first time that the aircraft were lost to hostile fire.
BAGHDAD, Iraq - The U.S. command has ordered changes in flight operations after four helicopters were shot down in the last two weeks, the chief military spokesman said, acknowledging for the first time that the aircraft were lost to hostile fire.
New Baghdad Security Operations Begin
Associated Press | February 05, 2007
BAGHDAD, Iraq - Violence raked Baghdad Monday as an Iraqi general took charge of the security operation in the capital and Iraqi police and soldiers manned new roadblocks - initial steps indicating the start of the long-anticipated joint operation with American forces to curb sectarian bloodshed.
BAGHDAD, Iraq - Violence raked Baghdad Monday as an Iraqi general took charge of the security operation in the capital and Iraqi police and soldiers manned new roadblocks - initial steps indicating the start of the long-anticipated joint operation with American forces to curb sectarian bloodshed.
NATO Warns Taliban to Leave Town
Associated Press | February 05, 2007
KABUL, Afghanistan - NATO-led troops dropped leaflets on a southern Afghan town overrun by militants, warning them to leave after their leader was killed in an airstrike, officials said Monday.
KABUL, Afghanistan - NATO-led troops dropped leaflets on a southern Afghan town overrun by militants, warning them to leave after their leader was killed in an airstrike, officials said Monday.
Reconstruction Moves Ahead in Afghanistan
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5, 2007 – Coalition forces conducted progress assessments in Nuristan province, and government leaders in Logar province discussed spending for future projects Feb. 3 in Afghanistan.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5, 2007 – Coalition forces conducted progress assessments in Nuristan province, and government leaders in Logar province discussed spending for future projects Feb. 3 in Afghanistan.
Four Insurgents Killed, 26 Detained in Iraq
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5, 2007 – Coalition forces killed four insurgents and detained 26 others during operations across Iraq in the past two days, military officials said.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5, 2007 – Coalition forces killed four insurgents and detained 26 others during operations across Iraq in the past two days, military officials said.
‘Wolverines,’ Iraqis Discover Massive Weapons Cache Near Baghdad
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4, 2007 – Iraqi army and Multinational Division Baghdad soldiers uncovered more than 1,100 81mm high-explosive mortar rounds yesterday at a cache near Route Tampa, the main highway leading into Baghdad, officials said.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4, 2007 – Iraqi army and Multinational Division Baghdad soldiers uncovered more than 1,100 81mm high-explosive mortar rounds yesterday at a cache near Route Tampa, the main highway leading into Baghdad, officials said.
Anti-Insurgent Operations Continue in Iraq
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4, 2007 – Coalition forces killed a suspected terror-cell leader in Iraq this morning as anti-insurgent operations continue, with dozens of suspects and multiple weapons caches seized since Feb. 1, Multinational Force Iraq officials reported.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4, 2007 – Coalition forces killed a suspected terror-cell leader in Iraq this morning as anti-insurgent operations continue, with dozens of suspects and multiple weapons caches seized since Feb. 1, Multinational Force Iraq officials reported.
Friday, February 2, 2007
Gates, Pace: No Plans for War, But U.S. Won’t Tolerate Iran’s Interference
By Donna Miles
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 2, 2007 – The United States has no plans to go to war with Iran, but it won’t tolerate Iranian activities that are endangering U.S. troops in Iraq, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates told reporters today during a Pentagon news conference.
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 2, 2007 – The United States has no plans to go to war with Iran, but it won’t tolerate Iranian activities that are endangering U.S. troops in Iraq, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates told reporters today during a Pentagon news conference.
Air Strike Targets al Qaeda Leaders; Insurgents Captured
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 2, 2007 – A coalition air strike targeted al Qaeda leaders today in Iraq, and Iraqi and coalition forces detained 45 terrorists and foiled attacks throughout Iraq this week, military officials reported.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 2, 2007 – A coalition air strike targeted al Qaeda leaders today in Iraq, and Iraqi and coalition forces detained 45 terrorists and foiled attacks throughout Iraq this week, military officials reported.
Thursday, February 1, 2007
Casey: New Iraq Strategy Can Work
By Sgt. Sara Wood, USA
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2007 – President Bush’s new strategy for Iraq can work and set the conditions for the Iraqi government to deal with sectarian and ethnic divisions that are hurting the country’s fledgling democracy, the top U.S. general in Iraq said here today.
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2007 – President Bush’s new strategy for Iraq can work and set the conditions for the Iraqi government to deal with sectarian and ethnic divisions that are hurting the country’s fledgling democracy, the top U.S. general in Iraq said here today.
Seven Terrorists Killed in Iraq, 10 Detained; Weapons Caches Found
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2007 – Coalition forces killed seven suspected terrorists and detained 10 more, and troops discovered six weapons caches during recent operations in Iraq.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2007 – Coalition forces killed seven suspected terrorists and detained 10 more, and troops discovered six weapons caches during recent operations in Iraq.
Casey: Army is Not Broken
By Sgt. Sara Wood, USA
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2007 – The Army faces significant challenges in the years ahead, but it is still the world’s preeminent land power and has not been overly strained by the war on terror, Army Gen. George W. Casey Jr., commander of Multinational Force Iraq, said here today.
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2007 – The Army faces significant challenges in the years ahead, but it is still the world’s preeminent land power and has not been overly strained by the war on terror, Army Gen. George W. Casey Jr., commander of Multinational Force Iraq, said here today.
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