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July 26, 2010
Former detainees released to families, tribal elders
PARWAN PROVINCE, Afghanistan (July 21, 2010) – Fifteen former detainees were released from the Detention Facility in Parwan here July 17 after confirming their commitment to a peaceful way of life.
Mullen discusses Afghan development, security
KABUL, Afghanistan (July 25, 2010) — Adm. Michael Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, discussed developing a secure and stable Afghanistan.
July 25, 2010
Statement of National Security Advisor Gen. James Jones on Wikileaks
The United States strongly condemns the disclosure of classified information by individuals and organizations which could put the lives of Americans and our partners at risk, and threaten our national security. Wikileaks made no effort to contact us about these documents - the United States government learned from news organizations that these documents would be posted. These irresponsible leaks will not impact our ongoing commitment to deepen our partnerships with Afghanistan and Pakistan; to defeat our common enemies; and to support the aspirations of the Afghan and Pakistani people.
July 23, 2010
Soldiers deliver prosthetic limbs to Baghdad hospital
BAGHDAD (July 23, 2010) — Soldiers recently delivered boxes of prosthetic limbs to Adamiyah Hospital here.
Statement by U.S. Army Lt. Gen. David M. Rodriguez, ISAF Joint Command Commander:
KABUL (July 23, 2010) — We commend the Afghan National Security Forces and National Directorate of Security for their successful planning and execution of security measures for the Kabul International Donor Conference here in Kabul.
July 22, 2010
Drawdown in Iraq on schedule, Odierno says
WASHINGTON (July 22, 2010) — The military is meeting its drawdown goals in Iraq, the commanding general of U.S. forces in Iraq said July 21.
July 21, 2010
Marines, sailors provide care for Afghan women, children
MARJAH, Afghanistan (July 21, 2010) — Afghan cultural sensitivities can make medical treatment for women extremely difficult, forcing them to travel for care.
July 19, 2010
World's fastest helicopter boosts battle against insurgents
KABUL (July 19, 2010) — The latest version of the world’s fastest helicopter is bringing a vital boost to the UK’s battlefield helicopter capability in the arid deserts of Afghanistan.
July 16, 2010
Artillerymen in Afghanistan use innovation to reduce collateral damage
WARDAK PROVINCE, Afghanistan —In combat, sometimes a small adjustment can mean preserving innocent life.
July 15, 2010
Life returns to Tangye thanks to Afghan and UK troops
TANGYE, Afghanistan (June 29, 2010) — The little town of Tangye, at the foot of Kajaki Dam here, has stood empty for nearly five years. But people are beginning to trickle back.