Associated Press | April 30, 2007
SANGIN VALLEY, Afghanistan - British troops on Monday pushed into a Taliban stronghold awash with opium poppies, drawing mortar and machine-gun fire, in the latest NATO drive to help the government take control of southern Afghanistan.
Monday, April 30, 2007
Forces Capture 21 Suspected Al Qaeda in Iraq Members
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 29, 2007 – U.S. troops captured 21 suspected terrorists April 28 in Iraq during a series of raids across the country that targeted al Qaeda in Iraq, military officials said.
WASHINGTON, April 29, 2007 – U.S. troops captured 21 suspected terrorists April 28 in Iraq during a series of raids across the country that targeted al Qaeda in Iraq, military officials said.
U.S., Afghan Troops Conduct Raids in Afghanistan
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 29, 2007 – American and Afghan security forces teamed up to shut down a militant suicide-vehicle-bomb-making network during an operation in the Bati Kot area of Nangarhar province April 29, military officials reported.
WASHINGTON, April 29, 2007 – American and Afghan security forces teamed up to shut down a militant suicide-vehicle-bomb-making network during an operation in the Bati Kot area of Nangarhar province April 29, military officials reported.
NATO Launches Offensive Against Taliban
April 30 | By FISNIK ABRASHI
SANGIN VALLEY, Afghanistan (AP) - Hundreds of British troops swept into the lush poppy fields of southern Afghanistan Monday, drawing hostile fire at the start of a NATO operation to expel the Taliban from a valley stronghold.
SANGIN VALLEY, Afghanistan (AP) - Hundreds of British troops swept into the lush poppy fields of southern Afghanistan Monday, drawing hostile fire at the start of a NATO operation to expel the Taliban from a valley stronghold.
Saturday, April 28, 2007
U.S. Raids Target al-Qaida in Iraq
April 28 | By HAMID AHMED
BAGHDAD (AP) - U.S. forces detained 17 suspected insurgents in raids targeting al-Qaida in Iraq on Saturday, the military said, a day after the Pentagon announced the capture of one of the terror network's most senior and experienced operatives.
BAGHDAD (AP) - U.S. forces detained 17 suspected insurgents in raids targeting al-Qaida in Iraq on Saturday, the military said, a day after the Pentagon announced the capture of one of the terror network's most senior and experienced operatives.
Friday, April 27, 2007
Progress Continues Despite ‘Spectacular’ Attacks, General Says
By Tim Kilbride | Special to American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 27, 2007 – Progress continues in Iraq despite headline-grabbing enemy attacks, a top U.S. general in Iraq said yesterday.
WASHINGTON, April 27, 2007 – Progress continues in Iraq despite headline-grabbing enemy attacks, a top U.S. general in Iraq said yesterday.
Coalition Forces Detain Seven Suspected Taliban, Kill Five
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 27, 2007 – Coalition forces detained seven suspected Taliban members and killed five armed militants in operations in Afghanistan today, military officials reported.
WASHINGTON, April 27, 2007 – Coalition forces detained seven suspected Taliban members and killed five armed militants in operations in Afghanistan today, military officials reported.
Coalition Forces Detain 13 Suspects; Detainee Dies in Camp Bucca
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 27, 2007 – In operations throughout Iraq today, coalition forces detained 13 suspected terrorists, military officials reported. Also, a detainee died yesterday at Camp Bucca, Iraq.
WASHINGTON, April 27, 2007 – In operations throughout Iraq today, coalition forces detained 13 suspected terrorists, military officials reported. Also, a detainee died yesterday at Camp Bucca, Iraq.
Pentagon: al-Qaida Operative Captured
April 27 | By ROBERT BURNS
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Pentagon announced Friday the capture of one of al-Qaida's most senior and most experienced operatives, an Iraqi who was trying to return to his native country when he was captured.
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Pentagon announced Friday the capture of one of al-Qaida's most senior and most experienced operatives, an Iraqi who was trying to return to his native country when he was captured.
Saudis Arrest 172 Militants in Plot
April 27 | By ABDULLAH SHIHRI
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) - Police arrested 172 Islamic militants, some of whom had trained abroad as pilots so they could fly aircraft in attacks on Saudi Arabia's oil fields, the Interior Ministry said Friday. A spokesman said all that remained in the plot "was to set the zero hour."
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) - Police arrested 172 Islamic militants, some of whom had trained abroad as pilots so they could fly aircraft in attacks on Saudi Arabia's oil fields, the Interior Ministry said Friday. A spokesman said all that remained in the plot "was to set the zero hour."
9 Insurgents Detained in Raids in Iraq
April 27 | By SINAN SALAHEDDIN
BAGHDAD (AP) - U.S.-led forces detained nine suspected insurgents in raids aimed at al-Qaida in Iraq, the military said Friday, including five in a region that has seen a recent rise in violence as militants fled there to escape a crackdown in Baghdad.
BAGHDAD (AP) - U.S.-led forces detained nine suspected insurgents in raids aimed at al-Qaida in Iraq, the military said Friday, including five in a region that has seen a recent rise in violence as militants fled there to escape a crackdown in Baghdad.
Thursday, April 26, 2007
Iraqi Police Becoming 'Very Capable' at Law Enforcement, Official Says
By Tim Kilbride | Special to American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 26, 2007 – Iraq’s growing police force is technically competent and functioning as it should within the country’s legal system, a top U.S. police trainer said yesterday.
WASHINGTON, April 26, 2007 – Iraq’s growing police force is technically competent and functioning as it should within the country’s legal system, a top U.S. police trainer said yesterday.
America Supports You: Starbucks Employees Donate Coffee to Deployed Troops
By Jim Garamone | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 25, 2007 – Coffee has always been an integral part of military life, and the recent coffee craze in America just whet the appetite of soldiers, sailors airmen and Marines in Iraq and Afghanistan.
WASHINGTON, April 25, 2007 – Coffee has always been an integral part of military life, and the recent coffee craze in America just whet the appetite of soldiers, sailors airmen and Marines in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Raids Net Bomb Components, Suspects in Afghanistan
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 25, 2007 – A series of joint Afghan-coalition raids conducted over the past few days in southern Afghanistan have netted weapons, bomb-making components and suspects, according to U.S. military news releases.
WASHINGTON, April 25, 2007 – A series of joint Afghan-coalition raids conducted over the past few days in southern Afghanistan have netted weapons, bomb-making components and suspects, according to U.S. military news releases.
Forces Capture Six Terrorists; Iraqi Police Find Weapons in Mosque
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 25, 2007 – Coalition forces detained six suspected terrorists during operations around Iraq today, and Iraqi police and U.S. soldiers found a weapons cache inside a Baghdad mosque April 23.
WASHINGTON, April 25, 2007 – Coalition forces detained six suspected terrorists during operations around Iraq today, and Iraqi police and U.S. soldiers found a weapons cache inside a Baghdad mosque April 23.
Why We Serve: Marine Applies Childhood Experiences to Military Career
By Carmen L. Gleason | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 25, 2007 – A childhood dream became reality when a missionary couple’s daughter joined the U.S. Marine Corps four years ago.
WASHINGTON, April 25, 2007 – A childhood dream became reality when a missionary couple’s daughter joined the U.S. Marine Corps four years ago.
Petraeus: Interrogations Reveal Iranian Influence in Iraq
By Sgt. Sara Wood, USA | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 26, 2007 – Through interrogations of key detainees in the past month, the United States has learned a great deal about Iranian involvement in terrorist activities in Iraq, specifically the financing and training of insurgent groups, the commander of U.S. forces in Iraq said here today.
WASHINGTON, April 26, 2007 – Through interrogations of key detainees in the past month, the United States has learned a great deal about Iranian involvement in terrorist activities in Iraq, specifically the financing and training of insurgent groups, the commander of U.S. forces in Iraq said here today.
Coalition Forces Kill Seven Terrorists, Disrupt Car-Bomb Cell
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 26, 2007 – Coalition forces in Iraq today killed seven terrorists and disrupted a vehicle-bomb network, military officials reported.
WASHINGTON, April 26, 2007 – Coalition forces in Iraq today killed seven terrorists and disrupted a vehicle-bomb network, military officials reported.
Progress Continues in Iraq Despite Sensational Attacks, Petraeus Says
By Sgt. Sara Wood, USA | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 26, 2007 – Sensational car bomb attacks staged by al Qaeda in Iraq may grab headlines, but coalition and Iraqi forces are making real progress on the ground and steadily achieving significant successes, the commander of U.S. forces in Iraq told reporters here today.
WASHINGTON, April 26, 2007 – Sensational car bomb attacks staged by al Qaeda in Iraq may grab headlines, but coalition and Iraqi forces are making real progress on the ground and steadily achieving significant successes, the commander of U.S. forces in Iraq told reporters here today.
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Efforts Against Extremists Continue in Baghdad
By Master Sgt. Dave Larsen, USA | Special to American Forces Press Service
CAMP LIBERTY, Iraq, April 24, 2007 – Efforts by Iraqi security forces and the coalition to reduce the violence in Baghdad continue as Operation Law and Order enters its ninth week.
CAMP LIBERTY, Iraq, April 24, 2007 – Efforts by Iraqi security forces and the coalition to reduce the violence in Baghdad continue as Operation Law and Order enters its ninth week.
Hundreds of Taliban Forces Surrounded
Associated Press | April 24, 2007
KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - Afghan forces have trapped up to 200 Taliban fighters in a southern village, possibly including the militia's military commander, demanding they surrender or come under attack, Afghan officials said Monday.
KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - Afghan forces have trapped up to 200 Taliban fighters in a southern village, possibly including the militia's military commander, demanding they surrender or come under attack, Afghan officials said Monday.
Bush: U.S. Security Tied to Success in Iraq
By Sgt. Sara Wood, USA | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 24, 2007 – Although most Americans would like to see the conflict in Iraq end and U.S. troops come home, America must persevere in Iraq to ensure its own future security, President Bush said here today.
WASHINGTON, April 24, 2007 – Although most Americans would like to see the conflict in Iraq end and U.S. troops come home, America must persevere in Iraq to ensure its own future security, President Bush said here today.
Suicide Bombings Backfire on Taliban, U.S. Officer Says
By Gerry J. Gilmore | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 24, 2007 – Recent suicide-bombing attacks against innocent Afghans indicate a changed Taliban strategy that is backfiring on the radical Islamic group, a senior U.S. military officer in Afghanistan told Pentagon reporters today.
WASHINGTON, April 24, 2007 – Recent suicide-bombing attacks against innocent Afghans indicate a changed Taliban strategy that is backfiring on the radical Islamic group, a senior U.S. military officer in Afghanistan told Pentagon reporters today.
Monday, April 23, 2007
Coalition Forces Kill, Detain Terrorists; Iraqi Troops Find Weapons
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 23, 2007 – Coalition forces killed 16 terrorists, detained 45 suspected terrorists and, along with Iraqi army troops, uncovered multiple weapons caches in operations throughout Iraq over the past three days, military officials reported.
WASHINGTON, April 23, 2007 – Coalition forces killed 16 terrorists, detained 45 suspected terrorists and, along with Iraqi army troops, uncovered multiple weapons caches in operations throughout Iraq over the past three days, military officials reported.
Taliban Leader Killed in Air Strike; Two Militants Detained
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 23, 2007 – Coalition aircraft killed a key northeastern Taliban leader during an air strike April 20 in the Alishang district of Laghman province, Afghanistan, military officials reported.
WASHINGTON, April 23, 2007 – Coalition aircraft killed a key northeastern Taliban leader during an air strike April 20 in the Alishang district of Laghman province, Afghanistan, military officials reported.
VoTech Grads to Pour Into Iraqi Labor Pool
By John J. Kruzel | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 23, 2007 – Graduates from Iraq’s vocational and technical centers are creating a “pool of skilled laborers” that officials hope will reduce the country’s staggering unemployment rates.
WASHINGTON, April 23, 2007 – Graduates from Iraq’s vocational and technical centers are creating a “pool of skilled laborers” that officials hope will reduce the country’s staggering unemployment rates.
Fact Sheet: Update on the New Iraq Strategy
Withdrawal Is Not A Strategy. Withdrawal would do nothing to prevent violence from spilling out across the country and plunging Iraq into chaos and anarchy. If anything, it would make that more likely.
Changes in Anbar, Afghanistan Good Signs, Chairman Says
By Jim Garamone | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 22, 2007 – Changes in Iraq’s Anbar province and the failure of the Taliban spring offensive in Afghanistan are good signs, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said during an interview today on his way home from Iraq and Afghanistan.
WASHINGTON, April 22, 2007 – Changes in Iraq’s Anbar province and the failure of the Taliban spring offensive in Afghanistan are good signs, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said during an interview today on his way home from Iraq and Afghanistan.
Bush: Extra Troops Will Give Iraqi Government ‘Breathing Space’
By Sgt. Sara Wood, USA | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 23, 2007 – About half of the U.S. troops involved in the surge to Baghdad and Anbar province have arrived in Iraq and are beginning their work of providing security so the Iraqi government can move forward, President Bush said here today.
WASHINGTON, April 23, 2007 – About half of the U.S. troops involved in the surge to Baghdad and Anbar province have arrived in Iraq and are beginning their work of providing security so the Iraqi government can move forward, President Bush said here today.
Sunday, April 22, 2007
Reconstruction Teams Help Accelerate Progress in Iraq
By Jim Garamone | American Forces Press Service
BAGHDAD, April 20, 2007 – U.S. provincial reconstruction teams are helping accelerate progress in many provinces of Iraq, Rick Olson, the director of the PRT national coordination team, said here.
BAGHDAD, April 20, 2007 – U.S. provincial reconstruction teams are helping accelerate progress in many provinces of Iraq, Rick Olson, the director of the PRT national coordination team, said here.
Training and Technology Combine to Save Lives in Iraq
By Tim Kilbride | Special to American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 20, 2007 – Expanded training in combat life-saving procedures has enabled a greater than 98 percent survival rate for U.S. troops injured in Iraq, a coalition surgeon said yesterday.
WASHINGTON, April 20, 2007 – Expanded training in combat life-saving procedures has enabled a greater than 98 percent survival rate for U.S. troops injured in Iraq, a coalition surgeon said yesterday.
Iraqi Police Stop Suicide Bomber; 13 Suspected Terrorists Captured
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 22, 2007 – Iraqi national police stopped a suicide bomber operating in the Sadr City neighborhood in eastern Baghdad at about 2:30 p.m. yesterday. Elsewhere, Iraqi and coalition forces captured numerous suspected terrorists and found several weapons caches.
WASHINGTON, April 22, 2007 – Iraqi national police stopped a suicide bomber operating in the Sadr City neighborhood in eastern Baghdad at about 2:30 p.m. yesterday. Elsewhere, Iraqi and coalition forces captured numerous suspected terrorists and found several weapons caches.
Afghan, Coalition Forces Kill Two, Capture 12 in Raids
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 22, 2007 – Coalition and Afghan forces killed two and captured 12 militants in separate raids yesterday.
WASHINGTON, April 22, 2007 – Coalition and Afghan forces killed two and captured 12 militants in separate raids yesterday.
Thursday, April 19, 2007
Clash, Airstrike Leave 24 Taliban Dead in Afghanistan
April 19, 2007
KABUL, Afghanistan — U.S.-led coalition and Afghan forces clashed with Taliban fighters and called in an airstrike in southern Afghanistan, leaving 24 suspected militants dead and two coalition soldiers wounded, the coalition said Thursday.
KABUL, Afghanistan — U.S.-led coalition and Afghan forces clashed with Taliban fighters and called in an airstrike in southern Afghanistan, leaving 24 suspected militants dead and two coalition soldiers wounded, the coalition said Thursday.
Coalition, Afghan Forces Counter Taliban Offensive
By Jim Garamone | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 18, 2007 – Coalition and Afghan National Army operations have blunted the Taliban spring offensive in eastern Afghanistan, Army Brig. Gen. Joseph Votel said at a Pentagon news conference today.
WASHINGTON, April 18, 2007 – Coalition and Afghan National Army operations have blunted the Taliban spring offensive in eastern Afghanistan, Army Brig. Gen. Joseph Votel said at a Pentagon news conference today.
Fourth Iraqi Province Transfers to Local Control
By Jim Garamone | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 18, 2007 – Maysan province has become the fourth of 18 Iraqi provinces to transfer to provincial Iraqi control, marking another step toward a stable and secure Iraq, according to Multinational-Force Iraq officials.
WASHINGTON, April 18, 2007 – Maysan province has become the fourth of 18 Iraqi provinces to transfer to provincial Iraqi control, marking another step toward a stable and secure Iraq, according to Multinational-Force Iraq officials.
Iraqi, Coalition Forces Kill, Detain Terrorists
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 18, 2007 – Iraqi and coalition forces killed seven terrorists, detained 79 suspected terrorists, and found numerous weapons caches in operations throughout Iraq over the past three days, military officials reported.
WASHINGTON, April 18, 2007 – Iraqi and coalition forces killed seven terrorists, detained 79 suspected terrorists, and found numerous weapons caches in operations throughout Iraq over the past three days, military officials reported.
Coalition Helps Iraq Secure Rule of Law
By Linda D. Kozaryn | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 18, 2007 – Coalition efforts are underway to help the Iraqis in the important business of building their nation’s rule of law, U.S. Army Maj. Gen. William Caldwell said today during a briefing in Baghdad
WASHINGTON, April 18, 2007 – Coalition efforts are underway to help the Iraqis in the important business of building their nation’s rule of law, U.S. Army Maj. Gen. William Caldwell said today during a briefing in Baghdad
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
Iranian Weapons Found in Afghanistan
Associated Press | April 18, 2007
WASHINGTON - U.S. forces in Afghanistan recently intercepted Iranian-made mortars and other weaponry in Afghanistan, although it is not clear they were shipped directly from Iran, the military's top general said Tuesday.
WASHINGTON - U.S. forces in Afghanistan recently intercepted Iranian-made mortars and other weaponry in Afghanistan, although it is not clear they were shipped directly from Iran, the military's top general said Tuesday.
Local Afghans Lead Troops to Weapons, Explosives
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 17, 2007 – Afghan and coalition forces found three caches containing weapons and explosive materials during operations around Afghanistan the past two days.
WASHINGTON, April 17, 2007 – Afghan and coalition forces found three caches containing weapons and explosive materials during operations around Afghanistan the past two days.
Why We Serve: Marine Says Iraqis Appreciate U.S. Military
By Gerry J. Gilmore | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 18, 2007 – A Marine who served two tours in Iraq, and is now speaking in American communities about his experiences, said that today’s Iraqi Army soldiers prefer their current system to life in Saddam Hussein’s military.
WASHINGTON, April 18, 2007 – A Marine who served two tours in Iraq, and is now speaking in American communities about his experiences, said that today’s Iraqi Army soldiers prefer their current system to life in Saddam Hussein’s military.
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
12 Detained in Iraq, Coalition Forces Seize Truck Loaded With Explosives
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 17, 2007 – Coalition and Iraqi forces captured 12 suspects and seized a dump truck transporting explosive materials during raids across Iraq the past two days. Also, an investigation into an operation yesterday revealed no Iraq police were killed or injured, as original reports indicated.
WASHINGTON, April 17, 2007 – Coalition and Iraqi forces captured 12 suspects and seized a dump truck transporting explosive materials during raids across Iraq the past two days. Also, an investigation into an operation yesterday revealed no Iraq police were killed or injured, as original reports indicated.
Gates: Resignation of Iraqi Cabinet Officers Can Turn Into Positive Step
American Forces Press Service
AMMAN, Jordan, April 17, 2007 – The resignation of six Iraqi Cabinet ministers loyal to radical Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr can become a positive development if the country’s prime minister appoints new ministers that are more representative of the Iraqi population, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said here today.
AMMAN, Jordan, April 17, 2007 – The resignation of six Iraqi Cabinet ministers loyal to radical Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr can become a positive development if the country’s prime minister appoints new ministers that are more representative of the Iraqi population, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said here today.
Truck Loses Acid in Botched Attack
Associated Press | April 17, 2007
BAGHDAD - A dump truck overturned north of Baghdad, revealing a payload of nitric acid and explosives en route to attack a joint U.S.-Iraqi security station, the U.S. military said Tuesday.
BAGHDAD - A dump truck overturned north of Baghdad, revealing a payload of nitric acid and explosives en route to attack a joint U.S.-Iraqi security station, the U.S. military said Tuesday.
Hypocrisy has a Human Price on the Streets of Baghdad
April 17, 2007 | By Rocco DiPippo
I have observed first-hand the effects of the Bush Administration's new Iraq security plan since it began two months ago. Street violence in Baghdad and surrounding areas has declined. Shops and markets once boarded up are reopening. Iraqi civilians are venturing out onto the streets again and living their lives with less fear of being persecuted, tortured, maimed or killed. To be sure, there is still plenty of terror and violence in Iraq, but since the "troop surge" began, it has lessened considerably.
I have observed first-hand the effects of the Bush Administration's new Iraq security plan since it began two months ago. Street violence in Baghdad and surrounding areas has declined. Shops and markets once boarded up are reopening. Iraqi civilians are venturing out onto the streets again and living their lives with less fear of being persecuted, tortured, maimed or killed. To be sure, there is still plenty of terror and violence in Iraq, but since the "troop surge" began, it has lessened considerably.
Forces Detain Militants, Capture Weapons Cache in Afghanistan
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 16, 2007 – Coalition and Afghan forces nabbed eight enemy combatants and found a weapons cache during operations in Afghanistan over the past two days.
WASHINGTON, April 16, 2007 – Coalition and Afghan forces nabbed eight enemy combatants and found a weapons cache during operations in Afghanistan over the past two days.
Coalition Troops Kill, Capture Terrorists in Iraq
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 16, 2007 – Coalition forces killed at least three enemy fighters and nabbed 11 others during operations across Iraq the past three days, military officials reported.
WASHINGTON, April 16, 2007 – Coalition forces killed at least three enemy fighters and nabbed 11 others during operations across Iraq the past three days, military officials reported.
Bush Thanks Military Families, Urges Congress to Pass War Spending Bill
By Jim Garamone | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 16, 2007 – President Bush thanked families of troops serving overseas for their sacrifices and praised organizations that support veterans and military families today at the White House. He also urged Congress to quickly pass an emergency war spending bill so that the troops can get the funding they need to accomplish their mission.
WASHINGTON, April 16, 2007 – President Bush thanked families of troops serving overseas for their sacrifices and praised organizations that support veterans and military families today at the White House. He also urged Congress to quickly pass an emergency war spending bill so that the troops can get the funding they need to accomplish their mission.
Monday, April 16, 2007
Iraq security strategy: So far, so good
April 16, 2007 | By HAMEED AL-MALIKI | The Institute for War & Peace Reporting
BAGHDAD, Iraq — It has been nearly two months since the Iraqi government and coalition forces launched a new security operation to curb the daily violence in Baghdad.
BAGHDAD, Iraq — It has been nearly two months since the Iraqi government and coalition forces launched a new security operation to curb the daily violence in Baghdad.
Sunday, April 15, 2007
Terror Suspects Killed, Captured in Iraq
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 15, 2007 – Iraqi and coalition forces killed five terrorist suspects and detained two others during an operation yesterday in Basrah, U.S. military officials reported.
WASHINGTON, April 15, 2007 – Iraqi and coalition forces killed five terrorist suspects and detained two others during an operation yesterday in Basrah, U.S. military officials reported.
Establishing Democracy in Iraq Worthy Cause, Cheney Says
By Steven Donald Smith | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 15, 2007 – Retreating from Iraq will endanger U.S. national security and stunt democracy in the Middle East, Vice President Dick Cheney said today on CBS's “Face the Nation”
WASHINGTON, April 15, 2007 – Retreating from Iraq will endanger U.S. national security and stunt democracy in the Middle East, Vice President Dick Cheney said today on CBS's “Face the Nation”
Coalition Kills, Detains Extremists in Afghanistan, Rescues Civilians
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 15, 2007 – Coalition forces killed and captured several extremists in Afghanistan over the past few days, U.S. military officials reported.
WASHINGTON, April 15, 2007 – Coalition forces killed and captured several extremists in Afghanistan over the past few days, U.S. military officials reported.
Friday, April 13, 2007
Coalition Forces Capture 18 Suspected Terrorists in Iraq
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 13, 2007 – Coalition forces captured 18 suspected al Qaeda terrorists this week, while Iraqi forces took the lead in operations throughout the country, detaining five suspects, military officials report.
WASHINGTON, April 13, 2007 – Coalition forces captured 18 suspected al Qaeda terrorists this week, while Iraqi forces took the lead in operations throughout the country, detaining five suspects, military officials report.
U.S. Airstrike Kills 35 Taliban
Associated Press | April 13, 2007
KABUL, Afghanistan - U.S.-led troops and aircraft pounded Taliban militants in southern Afghanistan, killing more than 35, the coalition said. A NATO soldier was killed in separate fighting, which has intensified following a winter lull.
KABUL, Afghanistan - U.S.-led troops and aircraft pounded Taliban militants in southern Afghanistan, killing more than 35, the coalition said. A NATO soldier was killed in separate fighting, which has intensified following a winter lull.
Corps Commander Highlights Progress in Iraq
By Jim Garamone | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 13, 2007 – With more than half of the U.S. surge troops in Baghdad, there has been steady progress in the Baghdad security plan, a top U.S. commander in Iraq said today.
WASHINGTON, April 13, 2007 – With more than half of the U.S. surge troops in Baghdad, there has been steady progress in the Baghdad security plan, a top U.S. commander in Iraq said today.
Letting the Troops Speak for Themselves
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Troops Rescue Five in Afghanistan
Associated Press | April 13, 2007
KABUL, Afghanistan - U.S. and Afghan troops rescued five civilian contractors pinned down by insurgents in central Afghanistan after their helicopter made an emergency landing due to mechanical failure, a statement from the U.S.-led coalition said Friday.
KABUL, Afghanistan - U.S. and Afghan troops rescued five civilian contractors pinned down by insurgents in central Afghanistan after their helicopter made an emergency landing due to mechanical failure, a statement from the U.S.-led coalition said Friday.
Two Terrorists Killed in Iraq, 17 Detained
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 12, 2007 – Coalition forces killed two suspected terrorists, detained 17 others, and seized weapons and documents owned by terrorists during operations in Iraq over the past two days.
WASHINGTON, April 12, 2007 – Coalition forces killed two suspected terrorists, detained 17 others, and seized weapons and documents owned by terrorists during operations in Iraq over the past two days.
Thursday, April 12, 2007
Thirty-seven Taliban Fighters Killed, Three Detained in Afghanistan
35 Suspected Taliban Killed in Afghanistan
April 12 | By NOOR KHAN
KANDAHAR, Afghanistan (AP) - Afghan security forces clashed with suspected Taliban insurgents in southern Afghanistan, and a subsequent airstrike in the area left 35 militants dead, an Afghan official said Thursday.
KANDAHAR, Afghanistan (AP) - Afghan security forces clashed with suspected Taliban insurgents in southern Afghanistan, and a subsequent airstrike in the area left 35 militants dead, an Afghan official said Thursday.
Musharraf: 300 Foreign Militants Killed
April 12 | By STEPHEN GRAHAM
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan (AP) - President Gen. Pervez Musharraf said Thursday that tribesmen have killed about 300 foreign militants during a weekslong offensive near the Afghan border and acknowledged for first time that they received military support.
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
U.S. Military Fully Committed to Success in Iraq, Top Enlisted Says
By Tim Kilbride | Special to American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 11, 2007 – The United States military is fully committed to its mission of providing the Iraqi people the opportunity for stability and security at home, no matter how long it takes, the top enlisted U.S. servicemember in Iraq said today.
WASHINGTON, April 11, 2007 – The United States military is fully committed to its mission of providing the Iraqi people the opportunity for stability and security at home, no matter how long it takes, the top enlisted U.S. servicemember in Iraq said today.
General Sees Protests as Signs of Freedom in Iraq, Recaps Security Plan
By John J. Kruzel | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 11, 2007 – Organized protests in Iraq four years after the country’s liberation are symbols of new political freedom that was suppressed by Saddam, a coalition spokesman in Baghdad said today.
WASHINGTON, April 11, 2007 – Organized protests in Iraq four years after the country’s liberation are symbols of new political freedom that was suppressed by Saddam, a coalition spokesman in Baghdad said today.
Asia Crucial Front in Long War on Terror
By Jim Garamone | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 11, 2007 – South Asia and Southeast Asia are crucial fronts in the long war, and U.S. policies in the region are paying off, a top Defense Department expert on Asia said today.
WASHINGTON, April 11, 2007 – South Asia and Southeast Asia are crucial fronts in the long war, and U.S. policies in the region are paying off, a top Defense Department expert on Asia said today.
Iran May Be Helping Iraqis Build Bombs
April 11
BAGHDAD (AP) - Iran has been training Iraqi fighters in the assembly of deadly roadside bombs known as EFPs, the U.S. military spokesman said Wednesday.
BAGHDAD (AP) - Iran has been training Iraqi fighters in the assembly of deadly roadside bombs known as EFPs, the U.S. military spokesman said Wednesday.
Afghans, Coalition Have Forces Needed to Deal With Taliban
By Jim Garamone | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 10, 2007 – Taliban capabilities have gotten more robust, but so have the capabilities of the Afghan National Army and police to deal with them, the commander of U.S. forces in Afghanistan said today.
WASHINGTON, April 10, 2007 – Taliban capabilities have gotten more robust, but so have the capabilities of the Afghan National Army and police to deal with them, the commander of U.S. forces in Afghanistan said today.
Bush Urges Vigilance in Seeing Iraq Succeed
By Donna Miles | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 10, 2007 – It’s time for the Iraqi government to step up and “do hard work,” but withdrawing U.S. troops too quickly would ultimately backfire, President Bush told an American Legion post in Fairfax, Va., today.
WASHINGTON, April 10, 2007 – It’s time for the Iraqi government to step up and “do hard work,” but withdrawing U.S. troops too quickly would ultimately backfire, President Bush told an American Legion post in Fairfax, Va., today.
Bush Urges Congress to Pass Emergency War-Spending Bill
By Donna Miles | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 10, 2007 – President Bush today reiterated his call for Congress to pass an Iraq war supplemental appropriations bill and called for a meeting with congressional leaders from both parties to move the process ahead.
WASHINGTON, April 10, 2007 – President Bush today reiterated his call for Congress to pass an Iraq war supplemental appropriations bill and called for a meeting with congressional leaders from both parties to move the process ahead.
Monday, April 9, 2007
Petraeus Letter to Iraq
Military.com | April 09, 2007
General David Petraeus, Commander Multi-National Force Iraq, released the following letter to the Iraqi people on the occasion of the fourth anniversary of the "liberation of Iraq from Saddam Hussein's regime":
General David Petraeus, Commander Multi-National Force Iraq, released the following letter to the Iraqi people on the occasion of the fourth anniversary of the "liberation of Iraq from Saddam Hussein's regime":
Fall of Baghdad Remembered
Associated Press | April 09, 2007
BAGHDAD - Thousands draped themselves in Iraqi flags and marched through the streets of two Shiite holy cities Monday to mark the fourth anniversary of Baghdad's fall.
BAGHDAD - Thousands draped themselves in Iraqi flags and marched through the streets of two Shiite holy cities Monday to mark the fourth anniversary of Baghdad's fall.
Baghdad Security Plan Seeing Many Successes
By Melinda L. Larson | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 8, 2007 – The success of combat outposts and joint security stations within the Baghdad area have been so successful that there is talk of increasing the number of combined Iraqi and coalition force stations, according to U.S. Army Maj. Gen. William Caldwell IV, Multinational Force Iraq spokesman.
WASHINGTON, April 8, 2007 – The success of combat outposts and joint security stations within the Baghdad area have been so successful that there is talk of increasing the number of combined Iraqi and coalition force stations, according to U.S. Army Maj. Gen. William Caldwell IV, Multinational Force Iraq spokesman.
Iraqis Showcase Democracy on Fourth Anniversary of Fall of Saddam’s Regime
By Gerry J. Gilmore | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 9, 2007 – The image of thousands of Iraqi citizens peacefully voicing their views in Najaf today illustrates the freedoms they’ve gained since U.S. and coalition forces liberated the country from Saddam Hussein’s iron grip four years ago, a senior U.S. military officer in Baghdad said today.
WASHINGTON, April 9, 2007 – The image of thousands of Iraqi citizens peacefully voicing their views in Najaf today illustrates the freedoms they’ve gained since U.S. and coalition forces liberated the country from Saddam Hussein’s iron grip four years ago, a senior U.S. military officer in Baghdad said today.
Troops Detain 14 Suspects in Iraq; Car Bomb Kills 17, Injures 26
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 9, 2007 – Coalition forces captured 14 suspected terrorists during operations across Iraq today, and terrorists killed 17 Iraqis and wounded 26 in a car bomb yesterday.
WASHINGTON, April 9, 2007 – Coalition forces captured 14 suspected terrorists during operations across Iraq today, and terrorists killed 17 Iraqis and wounded 26 in a car bomb yesterday.
Six Taliban Fighters Killed in Afghanistan; Weapons Cache Destroyed
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 9, 2007 – Coalition forces and Afghan National Army forces killed six Taliban combatants and destroyed a weapons cache in Afghanistan over the past two days.
WASHINGTON, April 9, 2007 – Coalition forces and Afghan National Army forces killed six Taliban combatants and destroyed a weapons cache in Afghanistan over the past two days.
Friday, April 6, 2007
U.S.-Iraqi Partnership Proves Potent For Combating Insurgents
By Gerry J. Gilmore | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 6, 2007 – The partnership between Iraqi and U.S. soldiers is helping to tamp down insurgent violence northwest of Baghdad, a senior U.S. military officer assigned in Iraq said today.
WASHINGTON, April 6, 2007 – The partnership between Iraqi and U.S. soldiers is helping to tamp down insurgent violence northwest of Baghdad, a senior U.S. military officer assigned in Iraq said today.
Wednesday, April 4, 2007
Editorial promoted Iraq ‘defeatism’
By HARRY R. GRISWOLD | West Salem, Wis.
The March 14 Tribune editorial (written by Richard Mial) promoting defeatism in our battle against international terrorism in Iraq was an insult to our troops who are bravely defending our nation.
Victory attained most efficiently (keeping deaths and injury of our troops to a minimum) takes time. We can have the greatest weapons and the finest troops, which I know we have, but if we do not have patience and perseverance to wear the enemy down to absolute hopelessness over time, then we will always lose.
Maybe Mial hopes we are defeated in Iraq. He certainly wrote on March 14 like he wants a cut and run defeat in Iraq that would expose our people to attacks on American soil.
Total victory in Iraq is attainable. All we need to do is persist. We are winning. Polls show that a substantial majority of the Iraqi people believe they are better off now than under Saddam Hussein.
The war we are waging against terrorism in Iraq and Afghanistan has saved us from terror attacks at home for over five years since 9/11. The loser/defeatists threw away our victory in Vietnam. The outcome of this war is more important to our nation’s security than Vietnam, 3,000 innocent people died on 9/11. We have to make sure that never happens again.
The March 14 Tribune editorial (written by Richard Mial) promoting defeatism in our battle against international terrorism in Iraq was an insult to our troops who are bravely defending our nation.
Victory attained most efficiently (keeping deaths and injury of our troops to a minimum) takes time. We can have the greatest weapons and the finest troops, which I know we have, but if we do not have patience and perseverance to wear the enemy down to absolute hopelessness over time, then we will always lose.
Maybe Mial hopes we are defeated in Iraq. He certainly wrote on March 14 like he wants a cut and run defeat in Iraq that would expose our people to attacks on American soil.
Total victory in Iraq is attainable. All we need to do is persist. We are winning. Polls show that a substantial majority of the Iraqi people believe they are better off now than under Saddam Hussein.
The war we are waging against terrorism in Iraq and Afghanistan has saved us from terror attacks at home for over five years since 9/11. The loser/defeatists threw away our victory in Vietnam. The outcome of this war is more important to our nation’s security than Vietnam, 3,000 innocent people died on 9/11. We have to make sure that never happens again.
Tuesday, April 3, 2007
Bush: Delay in War Funds Will Hurt Military Readiness, Morale
By Gerry J. Gilmore
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 3, 2007 – Further congressional delay in forwarding an appropriate emergency war spending bill to the White House will damage military readiness and morale as well as endanger the nation, President Bush told reporters today at a White House news conference.
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 3, 2007 – Further congressional delay in forwarding an appropriate emergency war spending bill to the White House will damage military readiness and morale as well as endanger the nation, President Bush told reporters today at a White House news conference.
13 Terrorists Killed In Iraq, 14 Detained; Weapons Found
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 3, 2007 – Coalition forces in Iraq this week killed 13 suspected terrorists, captured 14 others and netted weapons and bomb-making materials in various operations, military officials reported.
WASHINGTON, April 3, 2007 – Coalition forces in Iraq this week killed 13 suspected terrorists, captured 14 others and netted weapons and bomb-making materials in various operations, military officials reported.
Monday, April 2, 2007
Iraqis, Coalition Working Together to Secure Tal Afar
By Samantha L. Quigley | American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, March 31, 2007 – Coalition and Iraqi forces are working with city leaders to secure the Iraqi city of Tal Afar after a bombing at a market killed more than 80 people earlier this week, a military official said today in a briefing from the city.
WASHINGTON, March 31, 2007 – Coalition and Iraqi forces are working with city leaders to secure the Iraqi city of Tal Afar after a bombing at a market killed more than 80 people earlier this week, a military official said today in a briefing from the city.
Operations Net 22 Suspects in Iraq; Seven Killed in Bombings
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 1, 2007 – Recent military operations resulted in the death of one terrorist and the detention of 22, while car bombings in Iraq yesterday killed seven Iraqi civilians, military officials said.
WASHINGTON, April 1, 2007 – Recent military operations resulted in the death of one terrorist and the detention of 22, while car bombings in Iraq yesterday killed seven Iraqi civilians, military officials said.
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