Some American and Afghan troops say they’re fighting the latest offensive in Afghanistan with a handicap — strict rules that routinely force them to hold their fire.
Archive for Category: "Military"
February 16, 2010 06:06
Troops complain rules of engagement give Taliban advantage -handcuffing troops
February 15, 2010 05:50
US Fallen week ending Feb. 13, 2010
Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.~ Jesus Christ- John 15:13 He which hath no stomach to this fight let him depart. But we in it shall be remembered. We few, we happy few, we band of brothers!! For he today, that sheds his blood with me, shall always be my brother”. Rest in peace my Brothers, you have not been forgotten. ~ W. Shakespeare We sleep soundly in our beds […]
February 15, 2010 03:40
US missile raid ‘kills seven’ militants in Pakistan
Two missiles slammed into a building near the main town in North Waziristan, a tribal region rife with Taliban, Al-Qaeda-linked fighters and militants from the Haqqani network, which is known for its attacks in Afghanistan.
February 12, 2010 11:31
Severely Burned USAF Sergeant Re-Enlists After IED Blast
Told He’d Never Walk Again, Tech. Sgt. Israel Del Toro Is Back on Duty