If the United States plans on getting out in 2011, the Afghan Army and Police need more training. For that to be possible, they need at least another 1,000 trainers to teach literacy and combat.
Dealing With the Taliban Must Be Done Properly
February 2, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The economy of Afghanistan must develop if we are going to deal with the Taliban and try convincing them to put down their arms. Otherwise, we will leave, the Taliban will take control again and then we will be back in five to seven years.
How to Deal With Iran and Get Help With Afghanistan
October 24, 2009 By 2 Comments
The United States has been urging large countries like China and Russia to put sanctions on Iran in the hopes of dissuading President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and Iran from attaining the nuclear weapon and to instead look for a more peaceful approach. The unfortunate thing for the United States is that, by imposing these economic sanctions [...]
The Constant Debacle in Afghanistan
September 4, 2009 By Leave a Comment
The War in Afghanistan isn’t a defeat yet. It is simply requiring constant changes to the plan. Defeating the Taliban can occur. It just a strong officer base in the Afghan military, better governmental leaders, and a growing economy. All of those are possible.
General McChrystal Heads to Afghanistan Finally
June 10, 2009 By 2 Comments
It became official today that General Stanley McChrystal has become the general in charge of all operations in Afghanistan. Now all action that takes place there will first have to be approved by him or someone that he has appointed. Times have changed in Afghanistan. The war has become a priority rather than a back [...]
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