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NATO in Afghanistan - Former Taliban become deminers
They have gone from taking lives to saving lives. As part of the Afghanistan Peace and Reintegration Programme, a group of former Taliban have been employed as deminers. They say their work is their own kind of 'jihad'.
Fresh debate over US mission in Afghanistan
A US army officer has accused the American military of painting a misleading picture of progress in the war in Afghanistan while glossing over the Afghan government's many failings. The accusations have sparked fresh debate about the US mission in Afghanistan. "What I saw bore no resemblance to rosy official statements by US military leaders about conditions on the ground," Colonel Davis wrote in an article published in Armed Forces Journal, a private newspaper not affiliated with the Pentagon. "Instead, I witnessed the absence of success on virtually every level," he wrote under the headline, "Truth, Lies And Afghanistan: How military leaders have let us down". "How many more men must die in support of a mission that is not succeeding ...?" Troop commanders and politicians say the handover to Afghan troops is going well, but Lieutenant-Colonel Daniel Davis, who has just returned from the country, is challenging those statements in congress. He says that conditions on the ground are ruinous - a conclusion deeply at odds with the picture of progress put forth by the top US military brass. It is a rare instance of a US officer openly contradicting his superiors, and Davis' insights, first published in a military journal on Sunday, have been picked up by several members of congress. At a Pentagon briefing on Wednesday, the US military's number-two commander in Afghanistan, Lieutenant General Curtis Scaparrotti, answered Davis' criticism, saying it was only one person's ...
Army Dad returns homes from Afghanistan to surprise his kids
His kids thought he was on duty with the US Army in Afghanistan. Then Kalib Hess, 6, and his sister Kelie, 5, Fredericktown Elementary School students, were hugely surprised when their dad, Staff Sgt. George Hess, showed up at school Wednesday morning on a 15-day furlough.
Afghanistan: Opium Economy and the Child Bride Phenomenon
Learn more: pulitzercenter.org Author Fariba Nawa discusses the causalities of the opium trade in her native Afghanistan. Event and interview conducted at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars. Photos courtesy of the author.
Combat in First Person Helmet Cam Hiruti Afghanistan
Spc.Michael Gannon guides us through a mission in Haruti by sharing the video he captured on a helmet camera.
Attacks in Kabul, Afghanistan on 09/13/2011 (RAW Footage)
This is video of the attacks on the ISAF and NATO Security Forces in Kabul, Afghanistan. Afghan National Security Forces, supported by coalition forces, successfully concluded an operation this morning against a small group of insurgents who attacked several locations in Kabul City. Insurgents attacked the International Security Assistance Force Afghanistan headquarters and the US Embassy in Kabul on Tuesday with small arms fire from outside the secure zone surrounding these compounds. Afghan National Security Forces, who have the lead for security in Kabul, responded immediately, to include Afghan National Army helicopters providing air support. Afghan and coalition forces trapped the insurgents in the partially-constructed, multi-story building they were using as a firing position, and conducted a methodical, floor-by-floor clearing operation. The Ministry of the Interior is reporting six insurgents killed in the operation. "The people of Afghanistan have chosen a path to the future with transition," said Gen. John R. Allen, ISAF commander. "In this attack, the insurgency succeeded in killing Afghan civilians, once again demonstrating their bankrupt ideology, which has been rejected by the Afghan people. Afghan security forces responded bravely, contained the insurgents, and systematically eliminated the threat. Once again, I was impressed by the courage, skill and fighting spirit of Afghan forces. The insurgency has again failed." Current reports indicate that six ISAF ...
USMC Assault Breacher Vehicle in action - Afghanistan
(More videos: youtube.com ) Marines with Engineer Support Company, 3rd Combat Engineer Battalion working in direct support of 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, to clear improvised explosive devices with mine-clearing line charges near Route 611 in Kajaki, which was laced with IEDs. Afghan residents had been forced to leave their homes due to the dangers imposed by heavy IED emplacement throughout the town and insurgent activity in the area. Marines with 1/6 are clearing insurgents from Sangin to Kajaki along Route 611 to make it safe for Afghan residents, local government officials, and coalition forces. The footage shows Marines preparing their vehicles by loading mine-clearing line charges and detonating charges to eliminate IEDs. Produced by Cpl. Bryan Nygaard, Cpl. John M. McCall. 10.28.2011. Available in HD.
Dispatches Afghanistan: Behind Enemy Lines (Full Documentary)
A Documentary about the war in Afghanistan
IED FLIPS MRAP IN AFGHANISTAN - FAILED ATTACK
IED explodes feet in front of a US vehicle flipping it on it's side. No casualties! SUBSCRIBE HERE - www.youtube.com EARLY VIDEO ACCESS - www.FB.com
GRAPHIC Special Forces Combat Up Close and Personal (Afghanistan)
www.youtube.com www.youtube.com Special Forces working with Afghan Army. The first guy through the door is AA. His weapon is hit and he turns and runs out the door (look for sparks when rounds hit his weapon). He is killed when he runs outside (this happens off camera). Insurgents inside the house shoot the AA soldier through holes in the front of the building. The Special Forces soldier neutralizes the threat. Training makes all the difference.
NATO in Afghanistan - Afghan Special Forces
Afghanistan's own Special Forces unit have been demonstrating their skills on a camp just outside Kabul. Engaged in special training under US supervision, these soldiers have been conducting many successful operations on their own.
Afghanistan War Could End Sooner Than Expected
Will the Afghanistan war end soon? Defense Secretary Leon Panetta has outlined an end date for combat missions in Afghanistan that's earlier than the 2014 timetable proposed for troop withdrawal. The Young Turks host Cenk Uygur explains. news.firedoglake.com Subscribe to The Young Turks: bit.ly Find out how to watch The Young Turks on Current by clicking here: www.current.com The Largest Online New Show in the World. Google+: www.gplus.to Facebook: www.facebook.com Twitter: twitter.com
Afghanistan's Turning Point - Afganistan
Has talking to the Taliban failed? To see more go to www.youtube.com Follow us on Facebook (goo.gl or Twitter (www.twitter.com Attacks from the Taliban continue to terrorise Afghanistan a decade after the invasion. With the US withdrawal scheduled for 2014, what hope is there after 10 years of Operation Enduring Freedom? Operation Enduring Freedom was meant to drive the Taliban out of Afghanistan for good, but recently they've been just as deadly as ever. Their killing of high profile Afghans, like Former President Bahruniddin Rabbani, has rocked the nation and in doing so, shattered both its peace process and its policy of 'talking' with the Taliban. "By killing a leader they have crossed the line", says Governor Mohammad Ata Nur. Rabbani's killing marks a turning point for this battered nation. Talking peace with terrorists has taken the country even closer to the edge. Former Taliban minister Wakil Ahmed Mutta Wakil argues the frustrations of his people are clear. "Major-General Atta, Dr Abdullah and others, they insist on one point, that we have to fight forever. But Afghans do not support this idea. They are tired after 30 years of war". A Film By SBS Distributed By Journeyman Pictures October 2011
120207 - Truth, Lies and Afghanistan
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Afghanistan faces daunting year of challenges
Ten years ago the US army removed the Taliban from power in Afghanistan, and by 2014 foreign troops are expected to be gone from the country. Breaking with its violent past is expected to be Afghanistan's biggest challenge this year, but by no means its only one. The government will have to plan for possible talks with the Taliban, who have re-emerged as a powerful force, as well as take on more responsibility for security. It also needs to put necessary economic and political reforms in place before the country is able to fully stand on its own. Al Jazeera's Jennifer Glasse reports from Kabul.
Afghanistan: US troops defile the dead on camera.....
From: Russia Today US troops defile dead Afghans on camera Published: 12 January, 2012, 02:58 An eye-opening video clip that made it online Wednesday may cause a scandal on par with what erupted with the Abu Ghraib photographs of 2004. Now US Marines have been caught on film - urinating on dead Afghans. A 40-second excerpt of the clip has managed to made its web to the Web and in it viewers can watch four US Marines on patrol in Afghanistan allegedly urinating on the corpses of deceased Afghan men. It is unclear of the victims' identities in this incident, but according to a note included with the uploaded file, the US servicemen were members of the Marine Scout Sniper Team 4 and the 3rd Battalion 2nd Marines from Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. The group was dispatched to the northern Helmand Province in Afghanistan during the summer of 2011. A clip of US troops urinating on Afghans in civilian clothes shocked the Internet on Wednesday. Ten years after beginning military operations in Afghanistan, the US military still maintains an active presence there, making it the longest continuous war in American history. President Obama has vowed to bring back troops in full by 2014, but this event could cause widespread outrage against the military operation, with the latest incident increasing tensions unmatched since the Abu Ghraib scandal of years' past. Earlier in the War on Terror, American troops were caught grossly mishandling prisoners at the Abu Ghraib detention facility ...
Meet Afghanistan's female boxers: Women fighting their way to the Olympics
For the first time in Afghanistan, around 20 women have been boxing in Kabul's Ghazi stadium, aiming to compete at London 2012. Report by Chloe Culpan. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com and follow us on Twitter at twitter.com
NATO in Afghanistan - Chinook helicopters: the lifeline for troops on the ground
Across Afghanistan, the airmen and women who crew the Chinook helicopters are carrying out operations on a daily basis. Not only do they face tough flying conditions but they're also under threat from the enemy on the ground.
Bruins surprise parents with son home from Afghanistan 11/12/11
The Boston Bruins invited the parents of Lt. Charles Jacobs, of the 182nd infantry, for the ceremonial puck drop. They are surprised when their son, thought to be in Afghanistan, arrives to present them the puck.
The Battle for Bomb Alley - Afghanistan - Part 1/2 - HD
www.bbc.co.uk For four years, thousands of British servicemen fought with the Taliban for the district of Sangin - the most violent part of Afghanistan. The fighting cost 106 British lives, including Staff-Sergeant Olaf Schmidt, who won the George Cross there. Last year, the British withdrew - handing the area over to the US Marines. Ben Anderson, who was with the British forces in 2007, returns to see if the Americans are faring any better. His remarkable film follows Lima Company, a unit of the US Marines, as they dodge improvised bombs and struggle to reclaim the same territory the British previously occupied. As the war enters its tenth year, with Sangin still far from secure, real questions remain as to what so many British men died there for.
Monika Bulaj: The hidden light of Afghanistan
www.ted.com Photographer Monika Bulaj shares powerful, intimate images of Afghanistan -- of home life, of ritual, of men and women. Behind the headlines, what does the world truly know about this place?TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change, Philippe Starck on design, Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke, Nicholas Negroponte on One Laptop per Child, Jane Goodall on chimpanzees, Bill Gates on malaria and mosquitoes, Pattie Maes on the "Sixth Sense" wearable tech, and "Lost" producer JJ Abrams on the allure of mystery. TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design, and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science, business, development and the arts. Closed captions and translated subtitles in a variety of languages are now available on TED.com, at http
Report says Taliban preparing to retake Afghanistan
www.euronews.net A leaked NATO report claims the Taliban are preparing to retake control of Afghanistan when the alliance's troops leave in 2014. The top secret report, which Britain's 'The Times' newspaper claims was compiled by the US military, also says Pakistan's intelligence service has been helping the Taliban mount attacks against foreign forces. The document reportedly says that the Taliban sees its return to power as "inevitable" once NATO forces have pulled out and that many ordinary Afghans agree.
Child labour rampant in Afghanistan
Many children in Afghanistan are among the most exploited members of society, being forced to work almost as soon as they can walk. This brick factory where young boys work to pay off their family's debts is just one of many examples of child labour in the country. Al Jazeera's Bernard Smith reports from Afghanistan's Nangarhar province.
Afghanistan's last Jew
Having lived through Communism, the mujaheddin and the Taliban, Zebolon Simontov is the last remaining Jew in Afghanistan.
Car Bomb at Afghanistan Air Base Kills 7
A suicide attacker set off a vehicle laden with explosives Thursday outside a gate at a sprawling base for US and NATO operations, killing seven civilians in a second suicide bombing in as many days in southern Afghanistan, officials said. (Jan. 19)
NATO in Afghanistan - Jalalabad determined to transition
Change is underway in the eastern Afghan city of Jalalabad. The repsonsibility for securing the city has been handed from the Americans to the Afghans, in a process being referred to as transition.
Soldier, Home From Afghanistan, Surprises His Daughter at School During Show & Tell
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Afghanistan under re-construction
The United States began bombing Afghanistan 26 days after the 9/11 attacks. The invasion led to the fall of the Taliban government, but the ten years that followed have been marked by ongoing security challenges and slow reconstruction. Despite those challenges, some Afghans have come out ahead. But, fears that the country may fall back into the hands of the Taliban are making it difficult for them to live normal lives once again. Al Jazeera's Bernard Smith, reporting from Kabul, takes a closer look at how some Afghans are overcoming their challenges.
Super Bowl Picks from Marines in Afghanistan
Marines in Afghanistan have made their Super Bowl picks. What is yours?
Japan's Assistance to Afghanistan
Japan continues its commitment to supporting the NATO led mission in Afghanistan by financing and supporting development projects all over the country, including the solar energy initiative at the Kabul International Airport.
NATO in Afghanistan - The Slovak bomb squad
A Slovak bomb disposal team has has served for the last six months in Kandahar City where insurgent IEDs remain a constant threat to ISAF forces and civilians. Michael Mieres, team leader, recounts the incident which earned him and his team distinction for bravery.
US is destroying Afghanistan's gene pool water and food chain with depleted uranium
Depleted uranium is radioactive and extremely destructive to humans - with a half-life of 4.5 billion years. In other words, it takes 4.5 billion years for one kilogram of depleted uranium to reduce to a half a kilogram - the US has forever contaminated the Middle East. The United States' use of radioactive munitions in Afghanistan has destroyed the people's health and mutilated the genetic future of the country, Press TV reports. Dr. Mohammad Daud Miraki, the author of Afghanistan After Democracy: The Untold Story Through Photographic Images, told Press TV's Kabul correspondent on Monday that the US has committed horrific crimes against the people of Afghanistan. He said the US used depleted uranium in the country and Afghan babies were being born with severe deformities. Exposure to depleted uranium causes genetic damage, birth defects, cancer, diabetes, immune system damage, and other serious health problems. Miraki has described this as genocide in his book, which provides an insight into the grimness of life under the US occupation. He says that he has seen people die without any physical signs of injuries to their bodies in Afghanistan. "And then there were bizarre scenes of birds melting on trees," he adds. In his book, birth defects are depicted with graphic images. He said he was overwhelmed by the number of these cases. Miraki noted that the US used a massive amount of depleted uranium weapons in late 2001. He went on to say that US forces are still using these ...
US military - After Afghanistan: US marines back from the frontline
REPORTERS - US military - A few weeks ago, FRANCE 24 filmed the first American unit to pull out of Afghanistan: the Marines of the "Darkside" battalion. In this follow-up report, we meet the same Marines again as they set foot back on American soil and witness their joys, fears and frustrations. FRANCE 24 INTERNATIONAL NEWS 24/7 www.france24.com International news report on the ground from the France 24 team and our seniors reporters. International news coverage from the FRANCE 24 teams and our senior reporters. Thursdays at 9.45 pm and Fridays at 10.10am. All shows: www.france24.com FRANCE 24 INTERNATIONAL NEWS 24/7 www.france24.com http www.france24.com
NATO in Afghanistan - Securing the Afghan North
The Afghan Border Police, or ABP, not only guard the borders but operate customs clearance for a high volume of supplies into the country in the north across the Friendship Bridge in Port Hairitan. Training for the ABP in northern Afghanistan has been provided by the US Army's 170th Brigade, a fighting brigade now turned advisory force. They admit it's not the sort of work that makes headlines but is necessary for building strong, sustainable organizations.
Bhutan vs Afghanistan (Highlights) SAFF Championships 2011
Bhutan 1-8 Afghanistan: Afghanistan routed Bhutan 8-1 in their final group A fixture and enthralled the audience at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium with their attacking brand of football. For more, visit goo.gl
Afghanistan The Battle for the Helmand Province
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Afghanistan seeks bids for energy ventures
Afghanistan's natural resources could one day provide an almost endless supply of energy for its citizens. This year the Afghan government plans to ask for bids for a series of exploration projects for oil and gas in the north and west of the country. At the end of a long violent conflict, there are still significant hurdles to overcome before the dream of energy prosperity becomes a reality. Al Jazeera's Bernard Smith reports from Mazar-e-Sharif.
Marines build bridge in Afghanistan
Transportation is a key part of the Marines' mission in Afghanistan. Cpl. Bryan Nygaard tells us how Marines built a bridge in Afghanistan to help keep them mobile.
NATO in Afghanistan - Afghanistan's mineral wealth
Recent studies suggest Afghanistan may be home to massive rare earth deposits, worth over $1 trillion. The precious mineral resources have the potential to completely transform the nation's economy. But security concerns and the historic heritage's preservation pose many challenges to the Afghan government.
US Soldier, Home from Afghanistan, Surprises His Girls with a Late Christmas Present
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NATO in Afghanistan - With stardom comes risk for Afghan actor
Najebullah Sadiq, the star of Afghanistan's popular cop show 'Eagle Four' tells how he and his fellow actors risk their lives to entertain film and TV fans.
Mosaic News - 01/12/12: US, Afghanistan Condemn Video of Marines Urinating on Dead Taliban
Timing questioned in release of video showing US Marines urinating on dead insurgents, Israel's siege on Gaza causes rise in child labor, Pakistan's Zardari heads to Dubai wedding amid fears of military coup, and more. Today's headlines in full: Timing questioned in release of Marines video urinating on dead insurgents Al Jazeera, Qatar Pakistan's Zardari heads to Dubai wedding amid fears of military coup BBC Arabic, UK Syrians mark Thursday of French Journalist Gilles Jacquier Future TV, Lebanon Bahrainis mark day of loyalty to the symbols of the revolution Al-Alam, Iran Military council plans January 25 celebration as activists organize anti-SCAF protests New TV, Lebanon Anti-regime protests rage in Saudi Arabia Press TV, Iran Yemenis reject immunity for Saleh Press TV, Iran Israeli siege causes rise in child labor in Gaza Press TV, Iran Could Syria be the next Libya? IBA, Israel Jewish residents evicted, homes demolished IBA, Israel Israeli economist fired for racial slurs IBA, Israel Livni caves and announces early Kadima primaries IBA, Israel Peres: Israel should thank Ethiopian immigrants, not vice versa IBA, Israel Mosaic is a Peabody Award-winning daily compilation of television news reports from the Middle East, including Egypt, Lebanon, Israel, Syria, the Palestinian Authority, Iraq and Iran. Watch more Mosaic at www.linktv.org
NATO in Afghanistan - Afghan soldier wins medal running abroad
For the first time in recent history, an Afghan National Army officer has won a gold medal for running in an international competition, beating out participants from 30 other nations. Unfortunately he may not be able to pursue running because of military duties and lack of financial support.
M240B HELMET CAM AMBUSH FIREFIGHT-AFGHANISTAN 2011
EARLY VIDEO ACCESS - www.FB.com A US Marines patrol is ambushed by insurgents while on patrol in Afghanistan. The M240B gunner provides suppressing fire which allows his team to move.
Semi Final 2: Afghanistan vs Nepal (Highlights) SAFF Championship 2011
Afghanistan 1- 0 Nepal : An extra time strike by Belal Arezou ensured that Afghanistan continued their forward march in the SAFF Championship at the expense of Nepal with a 1-0 win at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Delhi to enter the finals.This was after the two halves of action failed to produce a goal. The Afghans shall face India in the finals scheduled for December 11. For more, visit goo.gl
US behind the biggest massacre in Afghanistan?
This month marks the ten year anniversary of a massacre of thousands of Taliban prisoners near Sheberghan, Afghanistan. An Afghan war lord took control of the prisoners from US forces then allowed them to die. Over a three day period, some witnesses say thousands suffocated to death after being crammed into metal containers or were sprayed with bullets. General Abdul Rashid Dostum, a US ally, was in-charge of the operation. Scott Horton, contributing editor for Harper's Magazine, will help us assess what the US' role was. Follow Liz on Twitter at twitter.com
Bomb Patrol Afghanistan - Bomb Patrol Afghanistan: Buffalo Down
While out on patrol on "Route X," the Navy EOD and the Army play a game of cat-and-mouse with a Taliban triggerman who is remotely detonating IEDs from a nearby village. Something goes kaboom.
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