CNN: Top U.S. general in Afghanistan: 2016 'possibly worse than 2015'
Washington (CNN)The U.S.'s top commander in Afghanistan said Thursday that "Afghanistan is at an inflection point" and that 2016 could be "no better and possibly worse than 2015" if adjustments are not made.
In testimony before the Senate Armed Services Committee, Army Gen. John Campbell said, "Now, more than ever, the United States should not waver in Afghanistan."
President Barack Obama has previously announced that the U.S. will reduce its military footprint from 9,800 troops to 5,500 by the start of next year.
But Campbell warned the committee that "Afghanistan has not achieved an enduring level of security and stability that justifies a reduction of our support in 2016."
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WNU Editor: When I read reports like this one .... Nearly 5,000 militants concentrated along Tajik-Afghan border: Report (Khaama Press) .... I cannot help but feel that this war is going to go on forever.
More News On U.S. Involvement In Afghanistan
Outgoing U.S. commander in Afghanistan warns of worsening security -- L.A. Times
General says troop cuts constrain Afghan training mission -- AP
Campbell to SASC: Afghanistan Not a Short-Term Problem -- US Department of Defense
Despite Gains, Afghanistan Will Require Long-Term US Aid: General -- Military.com
Afghanistan Won’t Be Able to Pay for its Military Until 2024 (At Least) -- The Diplomat
US airstrikes destroy ISIS' 'Voice of the Caliphate' radio station in Afghanistan -- FOX News/AP
Senate panel approves Obama's pick to lead forces in Afghanistan -- Reuters
U.S. Senate approves Obama's pick to lead troops in Afghanistan -- Xinhaunet
Afghanistan is on the brink after US invests $100 billion -- CNBC
The Show Must Go On: US Ramping Up Military in Afghanistan -- Sputnik
Throwing More U.S. Troops at Afghanistan Isn't the Answer -- Daniel L.Davis, National Interest
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We won't get the real news from the US press, let's look at an Afghan source, TOLO News.
Sangin, Helmand Province -- the epicenter of the 2009 Obama surge of 70,000 to over 100,000 total. 955 ISAF deaths in Helmand
The Sangin District is in the Helmand River Valley, Afghanistan. British forces have called it “Sangingrad,” after the tortuous battle of Stalingrad in WWII. Others have called it the most dangerous place in the world. Others have called it “No Go Valley.”
Feb 4, 2016 -- Embattled Afghan troops have appealed for reinforcements in Sangin district amid reports that government forces have lost control of the key strategic town.
Soldiers who are apparently under Taliban siege have said that they are running out of food and ammunition and are unable to break the siege and clear the area of militants.
Dozens of troops are reportedly still under siege and no one is addressing the problem, a number of troops fighting Taliban in Sangin district said on Thursday.
Meanwhile, members of Helmand provincial council have confirmed the reports - which have however been dismissed by senior Afghan security officials including the Ministry of Defense and provincial police chief.
Sangin, once a Taliban stronghold - has witnessed fierce fighting over the past two months with several areas of the district in the north still under control of the insurgents.
There are reports that the militants have cordoned off all overland routes to the area, leaving air transport as the only way to reach troops.
"Two months have past since the war erupted, several troops were wounded and martyred," an Afghan National Army ANA soldier said in Sangin adding that despite numerous pleas, no reinforcements have been sent in.
"They (officials) promised that they will do it today or tomorrow, but promises weren't kept. The entire bazaar is under Taliban siege. They (officials) tell us lies. It is now four days that we did not eat," said the soldier.
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