| U.S., NATO forces set sights on Kandahar With U.S. and NATO forces on the verge of major operations in Kandahar, Afghanistan, a top commander there underscored the complexity of their charge, citing "political problems and impunities" as the main challenge to overcome. army.mil |
Face of Defense: Deskbound Pilot Aids Drawdown A deskbound pilot is managing two "advise-and-assist" brigades as they swap places for the end of Operation Iraqi Freedom and the beginning of Operation New Dawn. defense.gov |
Iraqis Arrest 6 With Alleged Terrorist Ties Security forces arrested six people who allegedly have ties to the al-Qaida in Iraq terrorist organization. defense.gov |
Vice chief: Army needs to address PTS, TBIs The Army needs a significant cultural change so Soldiers who need behavioral health services and treatment will seek care, Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Peter Chiarelli told Fort Hood's Health Promotion Council Tuesday at III Corps. Wendy Lakso, III Corps and Fort Hood health promotion officer, said the council, an asset of Army Public Health, integrates medical, tactical and garrison assets on the installation to address public and behavioral health concerns. army.mil |
Failed Attack on Base Leaves 5 Insurgents Dead At least five insurgents were killed and another was captured during a failed attack on Forward Operating Base Gardez in Afghanistan's Paktia province. defense.gov |