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Brig. Gen. Eric Tremblay answers questions about the counter-insurgency strategy in Afghanistan and the reports of Afghans having a “crisis of confidence.” Part 2 of 2.

Brig. Gen. Eric Tremblay answers questions about the overall objectives of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan and the progress that has been made in Afghanistan. Part 1 of 2.

This edition features stories on a combined patrol between an Afghan National Security force and an International Security Assistance Force in which a narcotics drug network in Kandahar province, Afghanistan was overcome and large quantities of opium were seized cutting off a source of money for the Taliban and Afghan students graduating from an Afghan-led contractors course in Paktika province, Afghanistan. Hosted by Senior Airman Barbara Patton. Includes soundbites from Lt. Col. Paul Stephens, commander of the 1092nd Engineer Battalion, and Mohammad Sawab, workshop technical director.

This edition features stories on Afghan and International Security Assistance Forces conducting a joint operation to capture an insurgent cell leader in Khost province, Afghanistan and discussing the national rule of law with Afghan leaders and implementing the rule of law. Hosted by Petty Officer 3rd Class Cody Boyd. Includes a soundbite from Abraham Sutherland, Rule of Law Advisor.

This edition features stories on the Afghan National Police and the International Security Assistance Force discovered an Improvised Explosive Device in a soccer field near Kandahar Province, Afghanistan. The 4th of July is a time to celebrate American's independence and remember those who served in the Military before us. One Airman decided to honor his Fathers service with a special "Flag Flight". Hosted by Petty Officer 1st Class Dustin Diaz.

This edition features a story on International Security Assistance Force Joint Commander Lt. Gen. David Rodriguez spoke to the Pentagon about Joint Operations in Afghanistan. Also American service members in Paktia Province are meeting regularly with the members of a local Agricultural College to help its students and faculty. Sound bites include Lt. Gen. David Rodriguez, 1st Lt. Christopher Thoms and Dr. Fida Mohd Fida. Hosted by Cpl. Bryan Lett.

This edition features stories on Gen. David Petraeus, the new leader of the Afghan war effort, meeting troops and observing, first hand, the conditions on the ground in Afghanistan and members of the Kentucky National Guard Agricultural Development Team meeting with Afghan villagers to educate them about agriculture that will infuse their economy in hopes of releasing them from the influence of Taliban and an opium based economy. Hosted by Petty Officer 1st Class Dustin Diaz. Afghanistan

Package about U.S. military service members receiving humanitarian service medals, presented by Gen. David Petraeus - commander, International Security Assistance Force - Afghanistan, for their work in Pakistan flood relief missions. Produced by Air Force Staff Sgt. Alana Ingram. Includes soundbites from Gen. Petraeus and Maj. Daniel Rice, award recipient. pakflood10

This edition features a story about how Monday, Gen. Petreaus relinquishes command of the NATO International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) and United States Forces, Afghanistan. The man some call "king David" has spent much of the last decade commanding troops in the Central Command Theater of Operations. Tech Sgt. Trevor Pedro takes us on a journey with the man behind the stars. Soundbite includes Gen. David Petreaus - USFOR-A/ISAF Commanding Officer. Produced by Tech Sgt. Trevor Pedro.

This edition features a story about how International Security Assistance Force Commander Gen. John R. Allen and U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan Ryan Crocker participated to officially transfer security responsibilities of the Parwan Province to Afghan National Security Forces and another story about how building an independent and strong Afghanistan is an important part of coalition forces missions. Soundbite includes LTC. John Walsh - PRT Nangarhar. Produced by PO2 Brandon Shelander and hosted by SSgt. Melissa Hay. Also available in High Definition.

This edition features stories on an Afghan foot patrol, a new drainage tunnel and power generation plant in Bagram, a mine clearing unit, transfer of a US base to the Afghan Army and a special reunion for two Navy Sailors. Also available in high definition.

A change of command ceremony is held to commemorate a new commander of United States Forces-Afghanistan and the International Security Assistance Force. The event highlights the accomplishments of the outgoing commander, General Joseph F. Dunford and welcomes General John F. Campbell as USFOR-A and ISAF’s new commander. Includes sound bites from Gen. Martin Dempsey, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Gen. Lloyd J. Austin III, Commander of U.S. Central Command. Also available in high definition.