Topic: Kunar River
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Afghanistan war: Good counterinsurgency, like good politics, is local
In Afghanistan, US soldiers on second or third tours are returning to the same areas, where they already know key tribal leaders and the terrain. The new strategy aims to cultivate relationships within the tribal culture.
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Difference Maker Key to Afghan crisis: tea and education
Greg Mortenson, author of 'Three Cups of Tea,' says success lies in building trust and schools in rural Afghanistan.
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Should Obama order Afghan war troop surge? Troops say maybe not.
October was the deadliest month for US troops in the Afghan war. Troops say a surge could stall handing off operations to Afghans, but concerns about security remain.
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