President Obama on Troop Levels in Afghanistan
President Obama announced that he plans to keep 5,500 U.S. troops in Afghanistan through 2017. He said his decision came after consulting wi… read more
President Obama announced that he plans to keep 5,500 U.S. troops in Afghanistan through 2017. He said his decision came after consulting with Afghan leaders, his national security team and U.S. commanders. The president said U.S. troops would continue to serve a non-combat role, training and assisting Afghan forces. close
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