War in Afghanistan (2001-)

Military Contractors and the Perils of Outsourcing War

By Alex Kingsbury - Opinion - November 6, 2009

Allison Stanger discusses One Nation Under Contract. more >>

Obama's Honeymoon is Over

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - November 4, 2009

One year after Obama won the presidency, many are questioning him on the economy and Afghanistan. more >>

Obama's Dithering Dims Americans' View on Afghanistan and the War on Terror

By Peter Roff - Peter Roff - November 3, 2009

Fewer Americans believe that the mission will be a success. more >>

He's Still No-Drama Obama

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - October 29, 2009

Despite a number of crises, including the war in Afghanistan, President Obama is unflappable. more >>

In a Crisis, Obama Is Cool Under Pressure

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - October 28, 2009

How Obama handles everything from healthcare to the war in Afghanistan could define his presidency. more >>

Exclusive Interview: Obama 'Never 100 Percent Certain'

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - October 27, 2009

President Obama on how he makes tough calls on Afghanistan, healthcare, the economy, and more. more >>

Is Counterinsurgency the Right Path in Afghanistan?

Opinion - October 27, 2009

Proponents say the method, though expensive, is best in the long run. Others call its logic flawed. more >>

Victory in Afghanistan Requires Fully Supported Counterinsurgency

By James Danly - Opinion - October 27, 2009

By winning hearts and minds over time, U.S. can choke off the enemy's support. more >>

Iraq and Afghanistan Strategy Debates Need to Remember the Troops

By Peter Roff - Peter Roff - October 26, 2009

Believing in the soldiers will give them confidence to get the job done. more >>

Biden on Cheney Criticism: 'Who Cares?'

By Robert Schlesinger - Robert Schlesinger - October 24, 2009

The current number two gives his predecessor what's coming to him. more >>

Some Question the Purpose of War in Afghanistan

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - October 23, 2009

While President Obama mulls whether to send more troops, some say the United States should pull out. more >>

U.S. Troops Train a Different Front Line in Afghanistan

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - October 15, 2009

Training Afghan soldiers and police could be the key to bolstering the government. more >>

Obama Faces a Tough Decision on Afghanistan

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - October 15, 2009

The president must decide whether to listen to the advice of Gen. McChrystal and send more troops. more >>

Obama's Big Decision on Troops in Afghanistan

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - October 9, 2009

President Obama has held a series of meetings on troop levels in Afghanistan. more >>

Pelosi Puts Republicans in Their Place in McChrystal-Afghanistan Flap

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - October 9, 2009

The NRCC should choose its words more wisely, lest they have to eat them. more >>

General Casey: Army Can Accept More Demands

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - October 7, 2009

Obama has yet to make a decision on sending more troops to Afghanistan. more >>

McChrystal’s Afghanistan Chattiness Does Obama and the Nation a Disservice

By Jamie Stiehm - Jamie Stiehm - October 7, 2009

Too much information: Military men should remain the strong, silent types. more >>

Should Obama Send More Troops to Afghanistan

Opinion - October 5, 2009

Will the Taliban return if more soldiers are not sent to Afghanistan? more >>

Troop Levels in Afghanistan a Critical Decision for Obama

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - October 1, 2009

Obama must decide whether to listen to Gen. Stanley McChrystal and send more troops. more >>

Jill Biden Welcomes Son Beau Home From Iraq and Thanks Troop Greeters

By Paul Bedard and Nikki Schwab - Washington Whispers - October 1, 2009

A new documentary, The Way We Get By, tells the story of Bangor, Maine's, Troop Greeters. more >>

Opposition Grows to Sending More Troops to Afghanistan

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - September 22, 2009

Top military advisers have said more troops may be a critical element of a winning strategy. more >>

Susan Rice Defends Obama's Afghanistan Troop Increase

By Paul Bedard and Nikki Schwab - Washington Whispers - September 11, 2009

On 9/11, U.N. Ambassador Susan Rice reminds Obama critics why Afghanistan is crucial. more >>

Obama Should Boost Troops in Afghanistan

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - September 4, 2009

Let's hope we didn't dissipate too much of our power in Iraq. more >>

How to End the Insurgency and Win the War in Afghanistan

By Anna Mulrine - Opinion - July 17, 2009

Seth Jones speaks with U.S. News about his new book. more >>

Civilian Casualties Could End Airstrike Support

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - June 17, 2009

Pentagon officials say stopping civilian deaths is their top priority. more >>