U.S. Plans a Shift to Elite Forces in Afghanistan

4 February 2012, 3:12 pm

In ending its combat role in Afghanistan a year earlier than expected, the United States will rely more on special forces that hunt insurgent leaders and train local troops, officials say.... Read More »

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