Afghanistan Today-the GWOT Hotspot-2-10-10-Wed.

The U.S. Marines and Afghan Army prepare for the upcoming battle of Marjah. May the USA earn a victory in this battle, and win this war so they can come home! God bless the USA! Links from around the GWOT:

1.) Battle of Marjah set to begin:

http://www.cnn.com/2010/WORLD/asiapcf/02/09/afghanistan.offensive/

2.)  Pakistani city becomes suspected Taliban hotspot:

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=123537429&ft=1&f=1001

3.) Marines wait in cold to begin offensive:

http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/2010/02/ap_marjah_offensive_marines_020910/

4.)  Rep. John Murtha dies; apparently they are saying his gallbladder surgery was botched at the Bethesda Naval Hospital, read story for details. I most knew him for his inaccurate words attacking combat Marines in Haditha, Iraq. Link:

http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/2010/02/ap_murtha_surgery_020910w/

http://canadafreepress.com/index.php/article/19824

5.) Effort begins to name post office after Marine killed in Afghanistan:

http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/2010/02/ap_post_office_marine_smith_020910/

6.) NATO: Afghans to play big role in killing or capturing Taliban and securing town of Marjah:

http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/2010/02/ap_nato_afghans_020810w/

7.)  Marine base Camp Leatherneck, logistics:

http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=45147

8.) MUST READ: Contact your representatives: I suggest telling them this situation is unacceptable! US troops sacrificed due to the Afghan government, This is a shame what happened. Worth reading again:

http://worldblog.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2010/02/08/2197043.aspx

9.) The Marines prepare for the Battle of Marjah. It could be another battle of Marine Corps lore. Note how the story describes how the United States already spent millions and now billions of dollars in Afghanitan in the 1950’s and 60’s and now more money is being spent there. Link:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/02/09/AR2010020903511.html

10.) Army warned about jihadist threat in 2008:

http://washingtontimes.com/news/2010/feb/09/army-warned-about-jihadist-threat-in-08/?feat=home_headlines

Afghanistan Today-The GWOT Hotspot-2-9-10-Tue.

Marines prepare for the battle of Marjah.  Marine Brig. General Larry Nicholson says we are not there to kill the Taliban but to make friend with them and/or the villagers. We will see how this plan goes down when it happens. God bless the USA. God bless the US Marines. Links:

1.) Marines prepare for battle of Marjah. I don’t see how it can be a victory for the USA if they are saying BEFORE the fight they will show restrainint in use of air strikes and artillery. God bless the USA. Link:

http://www.latimes.com/news/nation-and-world/la-fg-afghan-civilians9-2010feb09,0,7485061.story

2.) All U.S. Marines leaving Iraq. Now let’s have them leave Afghanistan and take our money with us. Link:

http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/2010/02/marine_withdrawal_020810w/

3.) Afghans to lead and play big role in battle of Marjah. Let’s hope the enemy is killed and the US troops can come home in victory after 9 long years. Link:

http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/2010/02/ap_nato_afghans_020810w/

4.) Kabul Gorge: You have to read this and see the photo about this highway in Afghanistan:

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/02/08/world/asia/08road.html

5.) U.S. troops sacrificed for government of Afghanistan. Read this story and please contact your elected officials about the deadly situation US troops face due to restricted rules of engagement which must be dropped. Link:

http://worldblog.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2010/02/08/2197043.aspx

Afghanistan Today, the GWOT Hotspot-2/8/10-Mon.

The Marines prepare for the battle of Marjah, announced by the generals in advance. God bless U.S. troops and may they fight to victory in the Battle of Marjah, and win the war so they can come home. Links to around the GWOT:

1.) British troops prepare for their role in the upcoming Battle of Marjah, in Helmand Province Afghanistan. Link:

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/onthefrontline/7176389/British-soldiers-in-Afghanistan-prepare-for-last-roll-of-dice-battle-against-Taliban.html

2.) WE MUST NEVER FORGET these 3 Recon Marines KIA in Afghanistan. Until their murderers are captured and held accountable, the U.S. should not give jobs and pay money to the Taliban. There is talk of talking to “foot soldiers”. Well, what if your “average foot soldier” killed these 3 Marines? American citizens must demand accountability if gross negligence led to the deaths of these 3 Marines on 1-11-10. And, the Taliban who did the killing must be held accountable. Link to a story that mentions the 3 who died:

http://www.times-news.com/jimgoldsworthy/local_story_028201306.html

3.) Ssgt. Ingham should be nominated for the Medal of Honor. I read a letter to the editor the other day which said this and I agree. He was one of 3 Recon Marines killed in Afghanistan 1-11-10. There should be an investigation, and I have written and called my representatives, to see if he received the air support he called in, and how many enemy fighters were killed. God bless his family, and God bless the US Marines. Link to Congressional record of his heroic actions on 1-11-10:

http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CREC-2010-01-27/html/CREC-2010-01-27-pt1-PgH389-8.htm

Afghanistan Today, the GWOT Hotspot-2/7/10

Another Sunday at war and in the USA Americans can attend a church of their choice in peace. But, for our troops, it is another day at war in a deadly and dangerous Afghanistan. Please say a prayer for them. Links from around the GWOT:

1.) From Diana West’s web site, excellent story on the situation in Afghanistan:

http://www.dianawest.net/Home/tabid/36/EntryId/1263/Avallone-Flirting-with-Afghanistan-2.aspx

2.)  Why wasn’t Recon Marine hero nominated for the Medal of Honor? He was killed with 2 other Recon Marines 1-11-10 in Afghanistan after calling in air strikes. I have already written my Congressman and Senators and asked them this, and also, asked if his request for air strikes was denied, as they all 3 died. Link below to letter to the editor also asking why he was not nominated for the Medal of Honor? Link:

http://www.tribune-democrat.com/editorials/local_story_036081600.html

3.) We must NEVER forget! Ask your representatives if those enemy responsible for killing our three American Recon Marines on 1-11-10 in Afghanistan have been captured and held accountable? Before cutting deals with the Taliban the US government needs to capture or kill the enemy who killed these 3 Marines and others. Here are photos of SSgt. Ingham’s funeral, one of 3 Recon Marines killed that day. Link:

http://cu.altoonamirror.com/galleries/304766/

4.) DoD official announcement of the deaths of the 3 Recon Marines:

http://www.blogcatalog.com/search/frame?term=matthew%20n.%20ingham&id=3c405c6612d22777b0a57c1c92bd729b

5.) U.S. troops killed since Pres. Obama took office 1-20-2009:

http://disc.yourwebapps.com/discussion.cgi?disc=227735;article=264878;title=Civilized%20Personal%20Discussion

6.) Special Forces “assassins” going in to kill Taliban; battle of Marjah looming:

http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article7017921.ece

7.) British Special forces going in:

http://www.dianawest.net/Home/tabid/36/EntryId/1263/Avallone-Flirting-with-Afghanistan-2.aspx

Afghanistan Today-the GWOT Hotspot: 2-6-10-Sat.

The month is deadly so far for U.S. troops in Afghanistan who work with restricted rules of engagement that Gen. McChrystal put in place which endanger their lives and result in their death or injuries. Let the US troops fight or bring them home. Various links from around the GWOT:

1.) American soldier captured by the Taliban threatened by death. Where is the outcry for his Geneva Convention rights? Link:

http://www.idahostatesman.com/newsupdates/story/1069630.html

2.)  President Obama praises CIA, gives memorial speech for 7 killed in Afghanistan:

http://www.boulderweekly.com/article-1560-obama-praises-cia-agents-slain-in-afghanistan.html

3. Gen. McChrystal orders most AAFES (PX’s) closed in Afghanistan. These are for the Morale and Welfare of our troops, contact your elected officials and President Obama to see why they are closing. Link:

http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/2010/02/military_AAFES_afghanistan_mcchrystal_020510w/

4.) MA Miracle, Scott Brown elected, a You Tube video here, he is/was an officer in the military too:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nEoW-P81-0

5. Suicide of officer at Quantico Brig:

http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/2010/02/marine_quantico_brig_death_020410w/

6.) We must not forget our 3 fallen Recon Marines, KIA Afghanistan 1-11-10. Contact your elected officials: the enemy who killed these 3 must be captured and held accountable. Do not give them money to join the Afghan government until these murders are solved. Link to comments by Congressman on Staff Sgt. Ingham; one of 3 fallen Recon Marines based in Okinawa, Japan. Contact him and make sure the murderers of these 3 troops are held accountable:

http://www.house.gov/shuster/content/press_room/2010/0127_SSGTInghamRelease.pdf

7.) Remember our fallen, and that those who killed these troops will be captured and brought to justice. Remember our fallen Recon Marines KIA Afghanistan 1-11-10-Sgt. Ingham, Cpl. Lowe, and Cpl. Uzenski:

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2010/2/5/12500/12953

8.) In Memoriam: Lists 12 soldiers and Marines KIA in Afghanistan, includes 3 Recon Marines KIA 1-11-10: Ssgt. Ingham, Cpl. Lowe and Cpl. Uzenski. Link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xIdWUhr-OA

9.) Suicide bombers having explosives implanted by terrorist doctors! Link:

http://canadafreepress.com/index.php/article/19704

10.) US troops giving radios to villagers in Afghanitan. My sub-title: So they can listen to the Taliban! Link:

http://www.centcom.mil/en/news/guardsmen-set-up-radio-stations-for-afghan-villagers.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+UsCentcomLatestNewsFeed+%28US+CENTCOM+Latest+News+Feed%29

11.) Parents of deployed at war too. EXCELLENT READ! Link:

http://www.star-telegram.com/242/story/1882475.html

12.) Changing Afghan attitudes one child at a time:

http://www.dodlive.mil/index.php/2010/01/changing-attitudes-one-afghan-child-at-a-time/

13.) Radical cleric let go at JFK in 2002:

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,582705,00.html

14.)  In Hasan case, superiors did not act on their worries:

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,582732,00.html

15.) U.S. military tries to help Afghan farmers:

http://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory?id=9488080

16.) Altoona (IL) Marine KIA Afghanistan along with 2 other Recon Marines saved US lives:

http://www.wjactv.com/news/22237450/detail.html

Afghanistan Today-The GWOT Hotspot-2-5-10-Fri.

Marines prepare for battle in Marjah, Afghanistan, as announced by Marine brass. Don’t know why they are telling them in advance, I have read that the commanders said the Taliban know it anyway. More deaths by deceit, reportedly an Afghan Army interpreter shot and killed 2 Special Forces soldiers, one a highly decorated 39-year-old Captain, and one a 19-year-old PFC. I did read that their murderer was shot dead on the spot by other soldiers. God bless these soldiers who died serving their country, and God bless those who killed the enemy combatant, and may they not be charged with a crime by the US government they serve. Links to various stories from around the GWOT:

1.) Two Army Special Force soldiers killed by Afghan interpreter. It seems like the Army is covering this up too, as the Marines seem to be covering up the deaths of 3 highly trained Recon Marines on Jan. 11, 2010 in Afghanistan. May the truth come out as to what is happening to our troops giving their lives in Afghanistan. Read this excellent post at Human Events. Read the comments and follow links there, such as comment by former Marine John Bernard. Link:

http://www.humanevents.com/article.php?id=35473&page=1&viewID=1306412

2.) We must NEVER forget, and appeal for justice, to our Congress, President, and Senate, our 3 fallen Recon Marines, KIA in Afghanitan 1-1-10. It must be investigated, perhaps at a Marine Court of Inquiry, and determined if the Marines received the air support they gave their lives calling in, because Gen. McChrystal put out the order often denying air strikes. Also, it must be determined what happened that led to these deaths, and if those responsible have been captured and held accountable. With talks with the Taliban in the works, those who killed these Marines must be held accountable and not rewarded with money or jobs. This story at following link is a story about a Chaplain for our fallen troops, but the photo with the story shows the transfer case of SSgt Ingham, who was one of 3 Recon Marines killed, for which we must demand justice. I do not consider it justice if the Afghans who killed these 3 Mariens benefit in peace talks with the Taliban. The story is also excellent, the Chaplain, his family, and the troops he discusses represent the best America has to offer. Link:

http://www.185arw.ang.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123189063

3.) Remember the fallen: Cpl. Jamie Lowe, one of 3 Recon Marines killed in Afghanistan 1-11-10. Please contact your representatives and ask for an investigation of these 3 Marines. With the talk about peace talks with the Taliban, it must be determined if those who cruelly killed these Marines have been captured and held accountable? It would not serve justice well for Taliban who did this to receive money and jobs. God bless this Marine’s family, may he RIP. We must NEVER forget these Marines! Link:

http://betweenthesandhills.blogspot.com/2010/01/remember-fallen-cpl-jamie-lowe-usmc.html

4.) Cpl. Lowe, American hero. Please contact your representatives and ask if those Taliban responsible for the death of Cpl. Lowe and 2 other Recon Marines on 1-11-10 have been captured and held accountable? Also, these Marines called in air strikes, please ask if they were denied?  It is the least we can do for those who gave their lives for our freedom, so perhaps more will not fall like this, and their deaths will not be in vain. Link:

http://www.advocatepress.com/news/x190609950/Services-Wednesday-for-Cpt-Lowe

5.) We must NEVER forget the Marine at this link, one of 3 Recon Marines killed 1-11-10; Cpl. Uzenski. Link:

http://www.legacy.com/gb2/default.aspx?bookid=7915763432056&cid=addentry

6.) Marines in Southern Afghanistan plan to kill the enemy in Marjah attack. God help them with their mission to kill the enemy, and may they do so quickly and RETURN HOME! Note at end of story it talks about a detainee release. Hope they don’t return to the fight, see story for details. Link:

http://www.ajc.com/news/nation-world/officials-suicide-bomb-kills-290956.html

7.) U.S. confident Taliban will join mainstream Afghan government./politics. Are they kidding? Also, let’s reintegrate U.S. military prisoners at Leavenworth Military prison who are there for actions in the Iraq or Afghanistan War. I am sure they would like a job and money, please let them go if we are going to let Taliban go. In addition, the killers of the 3 Recon Marines and other such cases, should be captured and held accountable before being welcomed into Afghan politics with money and jobs. Link:

http://www.thenational.ae/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100205/FOREIGN/702049851/1002

8.) Cpl. Uzenski tribute. See link above #7; before money or jobs are handed out to the Taliban WE MUST NEVER FORGET OUR 3 vFALLEN Recon Marines. Contact your Congressman, Senator, and President: Ask:  Has the Taliban who killed Cpl. Uzenski and 2 other Recon Marines on 1-11-10 been captured and held accountable? We don’t want to pay money to a killer. Link:

http://www.kxnet.com/getArticle.asp?ArticleId=508311

9.) Germans debate meaning of war:

http://freeinternetpress.com/story.php?sid=24432

10.) Battle of Marjah, Marines, Afghan Army prepare:

http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/2010/02/ap_marines_battle_south_afghanistan_020310/

11.) British troops eat Spam for 6 weeks. At least they had the pork product and did not have to eat goat, which could have given them worms or an upset stomach. Glad they had the Spam! Link:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2010/feb/04/spam-troops-afghanistan-army-chef

12.) Inquest ends into death of 3 British soldiers, Afghan teenager, probably around age 13, attacked them with a wheelbarrell of explosives. Link:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/8499162.stm

13.) Adm. Mullen should be worrying about separating LOSERS from the military, he might be on that list. The homosexual issue should come AFTER VICTORY. Those who should be separated are the ones with a culture of losing and defeat and those with a culture of victory should be retained to WIN THE WAR. Link:

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/02/04/us/politics/04mullen.html

14.) Marines, Afghan Army prepare to attack and kill enemy at Marjah:

http://www.latimes.com/news/nation-and-world/la-fg-afghanistan-assault4-2010feb04,0,6261652.story

15.) Three US soldiers, killed in Pakistan, over 100 girls injured, school destroyed. US troops wearing traditional Pakistani garb. Link:

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/02/04/world/asia/04pstan.html?th&emc=th

16.) Rep. Walter Jones wants answers in firing of mental health doctor for Marines at Camp Lejeune:

http://www.salon.com/news/feature/2010/02/03/jones_asks_for_defense_probe/

17.) Father’s search for truth leads to investigation of brass in Afghanistan attack which killed his son:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/02/04/AR2010020404752.html?hpid=topnews

Afghanistan Today-the GWOT Hot Spot: 2/4/10-Thurs.

Let’s not forget our American troops fallen in Afghanistan, and ask for justice before Taliban fighters are paid money to stop fighting. Those who killed U.S. troops should be captured and held accountable before peace talks can be started.

1.) Let us never forget the American fallen. One of three Recon Marines is laid to rest, video and story available at this link. An investigation should be held to see if these Marines received them air support they gave their lives calling in. RIP Cpl. Lowe, may there be justice for you and your fellow Recon Marines who died that day, Jan. 11, 2010.  Click on video and watch it too. Link:

http://tristatehomepage.com/content/fulltext/?cid=125331

2.) Don’t forget these fallen Americans, 3 Recon Marines based in Okinawa, who died in Afghanistan. Link:

http://www.examiner.com/x-8151-Military-Community-Examiner~y2010m1d13-Okinawa-based-Marines-die-in-Afghanistan?cid=exrss-Military-Community-Examiner

From the official press release:

DOD Identifies Marine Casualties

The Department of Defense announced today the death of three Marines who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.

The following Marines died Jan. 11 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan:

Staff Sgt. Matthew N. Ingham, 25, of Altoona, Pa.

Cpl. Jamie R. Lowe, 21, of Johnsonville, Ill.

Cpl. Nicholas K. Uzenski, 21, of Tomball, Texas.

Ingham, Lowe and Uzenski were assigned to 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, Okinawa, Japan.

For additional background information on these Marines, news media representatives may contact the III Marine Expeditionary Force/Marine Corps Bases Japan public affairs office at 011-81-611-745-0790 or e-mail them at okinawapao@usmc.mil .

3.) Cpl. Nick Uzenski: RIP, one of 3 Recon Marines KIA Afghanistan 1-11-10

http://www.funeraldigest.com/obituaries/?id=138705528

4.) Marines, Afghan Army plan for huge push into Marja, Afghanistan:

http://www.latimes.com/news/nation-and-world/la-fg-afghanistan-assault3-2010feb03,0,5475218.story

5.) Decorated Captain killed in Afghanistan:

http://www.thepilot.com/news/2010/feb/03/special-forces-officer-dies-in-afghanistan/

His military awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device, Army Commendation Medal (four), Army Achievement Medal (three), Army Good Conduct Medal (three), National Defense Service Medal (two), Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon, NATO Medal, Combat Infantry Badge, Expert Infantry Badge, Military Free Fall Parachutist Badge (Basic), and Ranger Tab

6.) Marines at Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan:

http://www.startribune.com/blogs/83341257.html?elr=KArksLckD8EQDUoaEyqyP4O:DW3ckUiD3aPc:_Yyc:aUgOy9cP3DieyckcUsI

7.) Marines probe Marja; encounter canals US build 50 years ago to win hearts and minds of Afghans, which apparently did not work so we are there again to win them over:

8.) Marine deaths show problems in Afghanistan strategy:

http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5jMrVNpD6yu79SmO4YwhxfmS1h5LA

9.) Camp Dwyer and re-supply runs:

http://www.startribune.com/local/83078447.html?page=3&c=y

10.) Popular game maker donates $100,000 to the Wounded Warrior Project:

http://www.foxbusiness.com/story/markets/industries/technology/duty-endowment-provides-major-grant-wounded-warrior-project/

Afghanistan Today-the GWOT Hotspot-2-3-10-Wed.

Our troops face another month at war, let’s support them with prayers and letters, calls, e mails, faxes and other communication with the President, their Commander-in-Chief, and our elected officials who send them to war. I have contacted my reps and said that if we send troops to war we must let them fight to win and drop the restricted rules of engagement getting them killed. Links from around the Global War on Terrorism, the GWOT:

1.) We must NEVER forget any of our American fallen in Afghanistan, but in one instance we must be proactive and write our reps and make sure there is an investigation into the deaths of 3 Recon Marines on Jan. 11, 2010. If  the policy is going to be to talk to the Taliban and pass out money from a $500 million fund, to stop fighting, we must make sure the murderers of these 3 Marines are captured and held accountable This is a photo below and story about one of the 3 Recon Marines, may he RIP, It again states he called in air strikes, but the policy is for Gen. McChrystal not to allow air strikes. I asked them if the air strikes he gave his life to call in or were denied? Link:

1.) One of 3 fallen recon Marines is laid to rest, KIA Afghanistan 1-11-10. Link:

http://www.dailyitem.com/0100_news/local_story_023210708.html

2.)Pentagon behind Obama schedule for troop deployments to Afghanistan:

http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2010/02/02/pentagon-schedule-deploying-troops-afghanistan/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%253A+foxnews%252Fpolitics+%2528Text+-+Politics%2529

3.) Camp Leatherneck Marines prepare for fight in Southern Afghanistan city of Marjah:

http://rr.com/news/topic/article/rr/9000/9875625/Marines_brace_for_battle_in_southern_Afghanistan

Afghanistan Today-The GWOT Hotspot-2-2-10-Tue.

An article said that Marines are basically sitting ducks in Afghanistan. I faxed it and my letter to my representatives yesterday, and told them they should only send Marines to war if they have a plan for victory. Being setting ducks is not a way to win a war. Article below at #1. Link:

1.) U.S. casualties provoke rage and anger in Afghanistan. From the story and link below.  Our elected officials should know how this war is being fought with restricted rules of engagement keeping US Marines from victory. Contact your reps and ask for an end to these restricted ROE. Link and from the story:

“We were attacked treacherously. We came under fire from everywhere, but the rules of engagement prevent me from doing my job,” said Lance Corporal Mark Duzick, who was in the unit that was ambushed.

Link:

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/expat/expatnews/7127365/US-casualties-in-Afghanistan-provoke-rage-and-frustration.html

2.) CIA revenge:

http://abcnews.go.com/International/Afghanistan/cia-payback-taliban-leader-suicide-bomber-attack/story?id=9720176

3.) Marine counterinsurgency-one stuck truck at a time:

http://atwar.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/02/01/counterinsurgency-one-stuck-truck-at-a-time/

4.) Remember Ssgt. Ingham: KIA Afghanistan-one of 3 Recon Marines killed 1-11-10: Let’s make sure before our government passes out money to the Taliban that the killers of these 3 Marines are captured and held accountable. Please write your representatives and make sure this is the case. Link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtHwyuXFKxo&feature=youtu.be

5.) The burn pits of Iraq and Afghanistan. Excellent piece by NPR, many vets are suffering respiratory problems due to the smoke and toxins from the burn pits. Link:

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=123187642&ft=1&f=1004

6.) A story mentioning a terrorist arrested a few years ago in Bati Kot, Afghanistan:

http://nation.ittefaq.com/issues/2007/07/14/news0707.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raiz_(Bagram_captive)

7.) KARZAI: Afghanistan holds vast mineral wealth. This is true, the US Geologic survey tells us this:

http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/business/a/-/world/6745283/afganistan-holds-vast-mineral-wealth-karzai/

8.) U.S. TAX DOLLARS BEING WASTED IN AFGHANISTAN: (What else is new?)

http://www.miamiherald.com/news/nation/story/1436926.html

Afghanistan Today-the GWOT Hotspot-Feb. 1, 2010-Mon.

Yesterday National Geographic Channel ran an excellent series of shows, starting with two CIA documentaries about the attack on Afghansitan right after the 9-11-01 attacks, followed by a show on Camp Leatherneck, the massive Marine base built out of nothing in the Helmand Province desert. Both were well worth watching.

Various stories from around the Global War on Terrorism, the GWOT:

1.) Marines prepare and wait for upcoming battle of Marja; face a different war in Afghanistan:

http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=CNG.a711d64f4c9e98c38f7cdfaa01fa246b.341&show_article=1

2.) Story about supply missions in Afghanistan:

http://waronterrornews.typepad.com/home/2010/01/keeping-the-convoys.html

3.)  Who has been captured and held accountable for these deaths? Link:

http://www.dvidshub.net/?script=news/news_show.php&id=44442

4.) Some types of fertilizer used for bombs finally banned in Afghanistan:

http://www.google.com/hostednews/canadianpress/article/ALeqM5jVtNZv1u4QIT1rDVZNH1bx4aRF7g

5.) Jobs, security, social beneifts: to the Taliban!! Link:

 http://www.google.com/hostednews/canadianpress/article/ALeqM5jVtNZv1u4QIT1rDVZNH1bx4aRF7g

6.) More news on Afghanistan; see photo on the right:

http://www.google.com/hostednews/canadianpress/article/ALeqM5gITxDehecuEGkzP73l34rFA0xYpQ

7.) Maker of gun sights to remove Bible reference:

http://www.usatoday.com/news/washington/2010-01-21-military-weapons_N.htm

8.) General promotes trials for U.S. Navy Seals:

 http://www.suntimes.com/news/metro/1968527,navy-seals-trial-defended-010110.article

9.) 19-year old psychological operations soldier killed in Afghanistan:

http://www.thebostonchannel.com/news/22394880/detail.html