To Lead Afghan War, Obama Chooses Marine Known for Swaying Sunnis in Iraq
April 29, 2011 by MomLotAdmin
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Petraeus Tells Panel July Drawdown in Afghanistan May Include Some Combat Troops
March 17, 2011 by MomLotAdmin
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In the Taliban’s Heartland, U.S. and Afghan Forces Dig In
February 5, 2011 by MomLotAdmin
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American and Afghan forces set up bases in a patch of southern Afghanistan, a strategic and symbolic victory that they hope signals a turning point in the war.
Books of The Times: Rumsfeld’s Defense of Known Decisions
February 4, 2011 by MomLotAdmin
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Donald H. Rumsfeld’s memoir plays a fast and loose game of dodge ball with what are now “known knowns” and “known unknowns” about the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Obama Cites Afghan Gains as Report Says Exit Is on Track
December 17, 2010 by MomLotAdmin
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President Obama vowed to “never waver from our goal” as he spoke Thursday about the review, which said the withdrawal plans were on track despite uneven signs of progress.
Intelligence Reports Offer Dim View of Afghan War
December 15, 2010 by MomLotAdmin
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As President Obama prepares a strategy review, two reports say there is a limited chance of success.
Link by Link: Close Watch on Casualties in Afghanistan and Iraq
November 22, 2010 by MomLotAdmin
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The Web site iCasualties.org has had a decline in traffic and donations as public interest in the wars has waned.
Pentagon Openings Give Obama Options
November 8, 2010 by MomLotAdmin
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With critical decisions ahead on the war in Afghanistan, President Obama will have a chance to reshape leadership.
Fresh Slate at the Pentagon Lies Ahead for Obama
November 7, 2010 by MomLotAdmin
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With critical decisions ahead on the war in Afghanistan, President Obama will have an unusual chance to reshape the Pentagon’s leadership.
Army Limits Use of Images of Casualties in G.I.’s Case
September 25, 2010 by MomLotAdmin
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Images of dead or wounded “casualties or detainees” may not be made public during hearings involving an American soldier accused of murdering three Afghan civilians.



