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International Security Assistance Force HQ Public Affairs

Ask ISAF is an initiative designed to allow those based in Afghanistan and abroad to pose questions to International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) personnel.

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Ask ISAF - June 17

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2023/12/25

This edition features a question and answer session with Brig. Gen. Rosario Castillano about what the PRT is doing to improve the quality of life for Afghans, the escalation of force incidents in RC West and the relationship between ISAF and the local Afghan population.

Ask ISAF - June 25

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2023/12/25

This edition features a question and answer session with Lead on Governance Stability Division ISAF Thomas Ossowski answering questions about the main challenges in supporting the elections in Afghanistan from a governance point of view, making sure the elections are fair and working with Afghan institutions and international partners,

Ask ISAF - July 1

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2023/12/25

This edition features a question and answer session with Brig. Gen. Eric Tremblay about Gen. McChrystal taking over command of ISAF, how an increase in ISAF troops has affected the landscape of the security environment and increased cooperation between Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Ask ISAF - July 12

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2023/12/25

This edition features a question and answer session with Rear Admiral Gregory Smith, Director of Strategic Communications ISAF, on the tactical directive issued by Gen. Stanley McChrystal, new procedures to ensure that the target is clear of civilians before any bombs are dropped and if ISAF forces are under fire from Taliban forces known to be using civilians as cover. Produced by ISAF in Kabul, Afghanistan.

Ask ISAF - July 15

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2023/12/25

This edition features Ambassador Fernando Gentilini answering questions about the situation in Afghanistan, his and NATO's role in the elections, the importance of PRT's and their roles in Afghanistan's future, NATO's non-military contributions in Afghanistan and NATO's comprehensive approach to reconstruction, development and governance.

Ask ISAF - July 22

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2023/12/25

This edition features a question and answer session with Brig. Gen. Frank McKenzie, U.S. Marine Corps, about the importance of the ring road for the development of Afghanistan, what is the impact of wheat production on hunger, why sub-national governance is important, the need for more international civilian capacity and Provincial reconstruction teams (PRT) ability to secure Afghanistan's future.

Ask ISAF - July 31

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2023/12/25

This edition features question and answers on countering improvised explosive devices by Capt. Andrew Bragen.

Ask ISAF - Aug. 14

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2023/12/25

This edition discusses questions about the upcoming elections in Afghanistan.

Ask ISAF - Sept. 18

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2023/12/25

This edition features questions and answers on the International Security Assistance Force's role in the drug war in Afghanistan, eradication of the problem, resources available for counter narcotics operations, the Alternative Livelihood Program, outside organizations helping ISAF, introducing Saffron to replace Poppy seeds.

Ask ISAF - Sept. 26, Part 3

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2023/12/25

This edition features questions on ISAF counterinsurgency guidance and policies on R&R passes for US troops. Part 3 of 3.

Ask ISAF - Sept. 26, Part 2

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2023/12/25

This edition features questions on preventing civilian causalities caused by air strikes, protecting the Afghan population and the tactics necessary to accomplish this. Part 2 of 3.

Ask ISAF - Sept. 26, Part 1

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2023/12/25

This edition features stories on force optimization and how that can impact current operations and what will eventually be the difference between the Intermediate Joint Command and the International Security Force Headquarters. Part 1 of 3.

Ask ISAF - Oct. 6, Part 2

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2023/12/25

This edition features Brig. Gen. Berger answering questions about the plans and policy in preparation for the stand up of the ISAF Joint Command and the increased emphasis on protecting the population of Afghanistan. Part 2 of 2

Ask ISAF - Oct. 6, Part 1

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2023/12/25

Ask ISAF, Part 2 - Oct. 11

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2023/12/25

This edition features Lt. Gen. Dutton answering questions about the future of the Combined Security Transition Command-Afghanistan after the NATO Training Mission-Afghanistan arrives, and the role if the ISAF Joint Command. Part 2 of 2.

Ask ISAF, Part 1 - Oct. 11

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2023/12/25

This edition features Lt. Gen. Dutton answering questions about the effects of having additional forces on the ground and the importance of the multi-national contribution to Afghanistan.

Ask ISAF - Oct. 26

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2023/12/25

This edition features stories on questions for Col. Wayne M. Shanks the Chief of Public Affairs ISAF.

Ask ISAF — Nov. 6, Part 2

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2023/12/25

Brig. Gen. Eric Tremblay answers questions about the counter-insurgency strategy in Afghanistan and the reports of Afghans having a “crisis of confidence.” Part 2 of 2.

Ask ISAF — Nov. 6, Part 1

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2023/12/25

Brig. Gen. Eric Tremblay answers questions about the overall objectives of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan and the progress that has been made in Afghanistan. Part 1 of 2.

Ask ISAF — Dec. 10, Part 2

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2023/12/25

Maj. Gen. Flynn answers questions about how the Afghan people are responding to COIN operations, the improvised explosive device being the primary weapon of the insurgents and possible ways to eliminate it and his concerns about how the war in Afghanistan will end. Part 2 of 2.

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