Trump to address path forward in Afghanistan from Camp Morehead
Gen John Nicholson hailed Afghanistan's new special operations corps and pledged U S support as Trump prepares to speak to the nation on Afghanistan and South Asia. The Pentagon weighs nearly 4000 more U S troops to train advise and bolster counterterrorism amid a stalled war and regional backers while Ghani and dignitaries witness the ceremony at Camp Morehead.
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Kasich urges Trump to settle down staff chaos
Ohio Governor Kasich urged President Trump on CNN to end White House staff churn and settle the chaos. He argued reshuffles hinder passage of major legislation while White House said Bannon left to give Kelly a clean slate and returned to Breitbart leadership.
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Iraqi forces launch multi-pronged assault to retake Tal Afar
U S backed Iraqi troops began a large offensive to recapture Tal Afar west of Mosul, aiming to eliminate the Islamic State presence in one of Iraq’s last IS held areas. The operation, led by Lt Gen Abdul Amir Yar Allah, targets villages around the town as civilians flee amid UN warnings and humanitarian concerns rise.
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