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Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Changes To The Rules Of Engagement For Afghanistan
From The Captain's Journal:
From the AP:
The U.S. commander in Afghanistan will soon order U.S. and NATO forces to break away from fights with militants hiding among villagers, an official said Monday, announcing one of the strongest measures yet to protect Afghan civilians.
The most contentious civilian casualty cases in recent years occurred during battles in Afghan villages when U.S. airstrikes aimed at militants also killed civilians. American commanders say such deaths hurt their mission because they turn average Afghans against the government and international forces …
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My Comment: Another must read from the Captain's Journal.
Update: Combat Video from Now Zad -- Captain's Journal (see above video)
In the words of General William T. Sherman, "War is hell." A chivralous is an anomaly. There will be collateral damage! Our troops should never be denied the right to defend themselves, and air support should be readily available to protect them. If there is injury to civilians, that is unfortunate. It is one of the tragedies of war. Politicians have a tendency to think life is too cheap - especially the life of an American soldier.
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