As International Troops Dwindle, Fight in Afghanistan Continues

“Transition" is the key word for NATO-led international forces in Afghanistan as the International Security Assistance Force, ISAF, continues to draw down troops on the ground. With the number of international troops dwindling, the top commander of these forces in Afghanistan said the fight is still a difficult one. ISAF Commander General John Campbell said the toll of Afghan forces killed and wounded this year is between 7,000 and 9,000, slightly higher than last...

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