A Canadian soldier with the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan looks at the body of a suspected Taliban at their base on Sept. 17. The possible militant was killed during a joint patrol with Afghan police in Kandahar province.From MSNBC:
WASHINGTON - The top American military commander in Afghanistan said Wednesday that he needs more troops and other aid "as quickly as possible" in a counterinsurgency battle that could get worse before it gets better.
Gen. David McKiernan said it's not just a question of troops — but more economic aid and more political aid as well.
Speaking to Pentagon reporters, the head of NATO forces in Afghanistan said there has been a significant increase in foreign fighters coming in from neighboring Pakistan this year — including Chechens, Uzbeks, Saudis and Europeans.
"The additional military capabilities that have been asked for are needed as quickly as possible," he said.
He said he was encouraged by recent Pakistani military operations against insurgents waging cross-border attacks into Afghanistan, but also said that it is too soon to tell how effective they have been.
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My Comment: They do not need soldiers now .... they need it yesterday.
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