ISAF Update

This edition features a story on the confirmation of Gen. David Petraeus and his arrival in Afghanistan to take over the command of U.S. and ISAF forces in Afghanistan. Hosted by Petty Officer Liz Murray.

This edition features a story on Soldiers from the 1-17th Infantry Battalion relying on the counter insurgency mindset, commonly known as COIN, to win over the hearts and minds of the Afghanistan people. Produced by Sgt. Brent Skeen.

This edition features a story on the first group of AFPAK Hands service members arriving in Afghanistan. They have been specifically trained in the language and culture of the Afghan and Pakistani civilians that they will be serving amongst during their deployment. Produced by Air Force Staff Sgt. Brent Skeen.

this edition features stories on training the Afghanistan security forces, Senators John McCain and Joe Lieberman visiting service members stationed in Afghanistan. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. A.J. Motolla

This edition features stories on the Afghanistan national police training on how to conduct a traffic control point, U.S. Marines providing helicopter transportation to the Afghan National Security Force and U.S. doctors providing care to local nationals. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. A.J. Mottola

This edition features stories on a graduation ceremony for construction workers, the Afghan National Army (ANA) Personnel Conference and a joint operation mission where the ANA leads the way. Hosted by Tech Sgt. A.J. Mottola. Afghanistan

This edition features stories on the Afghanistan national police training on how to drive and maintain their military vehicles, U.S. Soldiers providing dental care to Afghan soldiers and U.S. Soldiers training the Afghan police on foot patrol techniques. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. A.J. Mottola

This edition features stories on a renewable energy test site in Kabul, Afghan national army becoming a more modern and able force. Hosted by Tech Sgt. A.J. Mottola.

This edition features stories on Afghan army soldiers training on NATO weapons in th Kunar province, a Ghaznian provincial reconstruction team returned to a village where they had conducted a medical outreach program mission, Afghan army officials and rep's from Regional Command East visited the operations command center in the Parwan province, MP officers met with their Afghan national police NCO counterparts to train on mission discipline and reporting suspicious activity. Hosted by Tech Sgt. A.J. Mottola

This edition features stories on a quality assurance check at the prison construction site in Kunar province, Afghanistan, the official opening of a new road between the Nawabad and Marawara Districts and members of Afghan parliament meeting with coalition leaders to synchronize Afghan security forces with coalition support during an upcoming election, which has since been cancelled. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. A. J. Mottola.

This edition features stories on civil affairs members of the Ghazni Provincial Reconstruction Team conducting an instructional course for the Andar Afghan National Police, ANA Soldiers of the 203rd Corps learning to fire the M-16 rifle during NATO weapons training and a ribbon cutting ceremony for the opening of an education center in Gardez, Paktya province, Afghanistan. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. A.J. Mottola.

This edition features stories on the Kunar Provincial Reconstruction Team meeting with locals officials and operators with a joint power assessment meeting to determine future power projects and the donation of toys and supplies to Afghan children a the Egyptian run hospital at Bagram Airfield.

This edition features stories on a highway opening which connects farmlands and major cities which will increase access to fresh produce, training on honey production and art students adorning International Security Assistance Force headquarters with drawings and paintings of peace. Hosted by Tech Sgt. Sabrina Durda.

This episode features stories about a new hospital in Kabul, and the Afghan National Army working with Task Force Spartan's French Operational Mentoring and Liaison Team to defeat insurgents and rebuild Afghanistan. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Sabrina Durda.

This edition features stories on the Luna unmanned aerial vehicle being used for information reconnaissance at Camp Marmal, the French helicopter detachment providing fire and tactical support from Kabul International Airport using modified aerial vehicles and International Security Assistance Forces Spokesman Brig. Gen. Tremblay speaking about the success of the Afghan National security forces. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Sabrina Durda.

This edition features stories on villages of Mazar-E-Sharif are protected by the German Army Force Protection team during daily security partols in Afghanistan. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Christel Perkins.

This edition features stories about the 19th Special Forces Group leaving Afghanistan; training at the Afghan National Police Training Center; and the Deputy Under Secretary of Defense finding opportunities for business development in Herat City. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Christle Perkins.

This edition features stories on humanitarian aid missions across Afghanistan. Missions include: a series of wells being built in Souz Valley, Afghanistan, Afghan National Army and Afghan National Police handing out gifts to children in Kay-Ra-Bad village in western Afghanistan and talking to Afghan civilians about upcoming elections and agricultural improvements to benefit their lives. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Christel Perkins.

This edition features stories on a unit from the 951st Wisconsin Army National Guard who hunt for improvised Explosive Devices in Eastern Afghanistan and German air traffic controllers who control people and supplies through Northern Afghanistan.

This edition features stories on the U.S. Marine Corps and forces from the Afghan National Army now being in control of a former insurgent-held stronghold in the Helmand province, Marines beginning construction on the southernmost combat outpost and the upcoming elections in Afghanistan. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Christel Perkins.

This edition features stories about how local national forces are working alongside U.S. forces to provide security and public services, and a rehearsal drill being held in preparation for the upcoming elections in Afghanistan. Hosted by Senior Airman Lana Mills.

This edition features stories on the attack of a checkpoint in Farah, the training of the Afghan army in Kabul, a contest in Afghanistan to help them tell their story with "Why Afghanistan Matters". Hosted by Senior Airman Lana Mills.

This edition features stories on the opening of a hospital that was designed and built by NATO, service members participating in a mass casualties exercise and the Afghan national army brining supplies to a Afghan village. Hosted by Senior Airman Lana Mills

This edition features stories about a humanitarian aid mission by coalition forces and Afghan Commandos, and Afghan Commandos graduating from a mortar course. Hosted by Senior Airman Lana Mills.

This edition features stories on Afghan forces working on reconstruction projects, Afghan national police and coalition forces discover and detonate an IED found in a school and a charity event sponsored by Help For Heroes provides support for injured service members. Hosted by Tech Sgt. Christel Perkins.

This edition features stories on Thomas Ossowski, the Lead on Governance for ISAF discussing the Afghan presidential elections, Afghan soldiers handing out supplies and toys to Afghan children and a memorial service being held for fallen Soldiers. Hosted by Senior Airman Lana Mills.

This edition features stories about the opening of the Operation Coordination Center Province Facility to help facilitate coordination between the Afghan National Army and Afghan National Police, Afghan Commandos learning how to use a fast rope, and the first, all-female Shura. Hosted by Senior Airman Lana Mills.

This edition features stories on the Afghan National Army rebuilding local infrastructure, government officials address security problems and counter IDE teams sweep areas known to have insurgent activity. Hosted by Sen. Airman Lana Mills.

This edition features stories on Gen. Stanley McChrystal taking command of Soldiers in Afghanistan and repairs to the Wardak Province irrigation system. Hosted by Senior Airman Lana Mills

This edition features stories on counter IED training for Italian soldiers, efforts to fight malnutrition, a food processing program for Afghan women. Hosted by Senior Airman Lana Mills.

This edition features stories about the Public Protection Program at work in Afghanistan and Afghan National Police and ISAF forces finding a weapons cache. Hosted by Senior Airman Lana Mills.

This edition features stories on Australian military from ISAF, visiting a local children orphanage called Hope House. The ISAF soldiers donate clothing, food and supplies to Iraqi children and provide recreational activities for the community. Hosted by Tech Sgt. Christel Perkins.

This edition features stories about Afghan Border Police learning combat life saving skills, and Army Chief of Staff, Gen. George Casey, touring Afganistan bases. Produced by Senior Airman Lana Mills.

This edition features stories on driving safety in Afghanistan, tracking civilian casualties and a press conference held at Camp Hero in order to discuss the Afghan forces successes. Hosted by Senior Airman Lana Mills.

This edition features stories about the first class of Afghan National Police graduating from the Provincial Training Center, and five Afghan Forward Observers training with U.S. and French forces. Hosted by Senior Airman Lana Mills.

This edition features stories about the first meeting between top Afghan Army leaders, Afghan soldiers receiving certification to operate up-armored Humvees, and Norwegian forces celebrating Norwegian Constitution Day. Hosted by Lt. Dave Hecht

This edition features stories on U.S. and British forces building new homes for incoming service members, the recent Afghan election, a new Afghan school that is being built and a new chow hall. Hosted by Navy Lt. Dave Hecht.

This edition features stories on a group made up of military professionals and farmers from Kansas who are in Afghanistan as part of a Agrabusiness Developement Team (ADT). They are focusing on boosting the Afghan food market and spuring the local Afghan developement. Hosted by Lt. Dave Hecht.

This edition features a stories on construction in preparation of thousands of U.S. troops, questions that were submitted to Brig. Gen. Carr and a ribbon cutting ceremony for a NATO military base. Hosted by Navy Lt. Dave Hecht.

This edition features stories on service members finding narcotic, service members disarming explosives and supplies being delivered to local Afghans. Hosted by 1st Lt. Dave Hecht

This edition features stories on Australia increasing the amount of service members they have in Afghanistan, French soldiers meeting with local Afghans, and coalition forces celebrating the Netherlands leaders birthday. Hosted by Senior Airman Lana Mills

This edition features stories on a joint operational order with Afghan forces, medical aid for an Afghan baby, 100 people from 20 different countries who were part of a ceremony and Afghan special forces training. Hosted by Senior Airman Lana Mills.

This edition features stories on a marble stone memorial at Bagram Airfield etched with the names of fallen Soldiers during Operation Enduring Freedom, developing bases for the Afghan people and International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) Regional Command West's new commander. Hosted by Senior Airman Lana Mills.

This edition features stories on a earthquake that struck Kabul, Afghan police delivering supplies to Afghan villages and Soldiers delivering school supplies to local Afghan children. Hosted by Senior Airman Lana Mills.

This edition features stories on Afghan medical training by U.S. and Italian doctors, Afghan women protesting a new marriage law in Afghanistan and an Afghan and U.S. joint mission in Herat for school and medical supplies.

This edition features stories on 17,000 US troops arriving in Afghanistan, Afghan national security forces holding a security conference to reduce the threat of improvised explosive devices and Australian soldiers visiting Afghan orphans. Hosted by Tech Sgt. Christel Perkins.

This edition features stories on a memorial service for a fallen Soldier, Gen. McKiernan giving a live interview for Associated Press reporters, an Afghan border police graduation and Senators visiting service members in Afghanistan. Hosted by 1st Lt. Dave Hecht

This edition features stories on a new Afghan security force who were the first graduates of the Afghan protection program, the death of two Navy officers killed by an Afghan soldier, the kidnapping of an on- base coffee shop employee, International Security Assistance Force (ISAF), North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) medals given to Soldiers and civilians who finished their service and spent at least six months to a year on tour in Afghanistan. Hosted by Master Sgt. Chris Haylett.

This edition features stories on a medical civil affairs program, coalition forces assist local Afghans with medical care and food, clothing and supplies. A new Afghan National Army unit ins training under International Secure Force mentors to provide security, engineering and artillery support and a soccer tournament promoting a closure relationship with Afghan and coalition forces. Hosted by MSgt Chris Haylett.

This edition features stories about Navy Sea bees heading to Afghanistan as part of President Obama's build-up of Troops, a British regiment preparing to go home and Australian soldiers coming under attack for the first time since Vietnam. Produced by Tech. Sgt. Christel Perkins.

This edition features stories on the NATO's Secretary General's comments on the Afghan elections and a twelve hour spin class marathon. Hosted by Tech Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features stories about insurgents kidnapping and torturing workers at a constriction site, the opening of an Improvised Explosive Device training road and an ambulance and medical books donated by the U.S. Fire Chiefs Association. Produced by Tech. Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features stories on Worlds Women's Day celebration in Afghanistan, OMLT semi-annual conference, British marines teaching Afghan NCO's to be better mentors and leaders and a security wall built around the Harat Teacher Education Center. Hosted by Tech Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features stories on civilian casuaties and troop increase in Afghanistan, the German Logistics Support Battalion conducts a recovery training exercise for new German soldiers and Afghan leaders and a coalition and Afghan forces conduct a humanitarian mission for fallen Afghan soldiers and their families. Hosted by Tech Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features stories on the Independent Election Committee (IEC) who met with security forces and Regional Command North officials to discuss security issues for the Afghan elections. Hosted by Tech Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features stories on the Afghan national police holding their first graduation of the year, a PRT conference for commanders was held in Kabul and German ISAF forces donated two ambulances to the Afghan national army. Produced by Tech Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features a German mentor team helping an Afghan mortar team. Hosted by Tech Sgt. Latisha Cole.

This edition features stories on Afghan farmers receiving wheat seeds to replace the common poppy seeds, coalition forces donating supplies to local Afghans in western Afghan and the deputy commander of ISAF hosting a round table discussion with local leaders. Hosted Tech Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features stories on the significance of a new road outside Kabul, the benefits of additional troops in Afghanistan and the importance of women in the military. Hosted by Lt. Dave Hecht.

Afghan national soldiers receive training from German forces covering infantry procedures, patrols and manning check points, Afghan national police conduct a recruitment mission using humanitarian supplies to help the community and a former taliban leader surrenders his weapons for humanitarian supplies. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features a story on a British soldier that is training Afghan troops on how to recognize and deal with unexploded ordnance. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features a story on military medical staff helping locals at an Afghan clinic. Produced by Lt. Dave Hecht

This edition features stories about a new commander for the Afghan Police, a humanitarian relief effort by the Afghan Police, local Afghans getting new jobs due to a building boom, and Danish and American doctors providing care to local Afghans. Produced by Tech. Sgt. Brenda Nipper

This edition features stories on unexploded ordnance disposal, Germans taking over a police training program, a new operating room at the hospital in Kandahar and a humanitarian gift of school supplies to Afghan children. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features stories about a boy, wounded in a firefight, ready to be released from doctor's care, doctors teaming up to provide care to local residents, a new school opening, subsidized by donations from German troops and a change of command ceremony in Regional Command-West. Hosted by Tech Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features stories on an explosion by a suicide bomber, Italian Chinook helicopter pilots delivering two armored vehicles and a multi-national meeting to discuss future projects. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features stories on service members commenting on Inauguration day. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features stories on the Air Chief Marshal of the British Royal Air Force, a four-star general, visiting troops, the work of one of the first Afghan public affairs soldiers, troops from several countries firing each others weapons at a firing range and a German radio station going on air in Afghanistan. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features stories on Vice President-Elect Biden's visit to Afghanistan, Canadian troops honoring a fallen comrade, Afghan voter registration and the Afghan Women's National soccer team playing the Dutch team. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features stories on British Royal Marines completing an 18-day combat operation, the Afghan National Army and U.S. Marines providing humanitarian aid to villagers, Malaria medication for troops and upgraded internet service for troops. Hosted by Tech. Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features stories on the arrival of the "Buffalo," a mine resistant, ambush proof vehicle and Afghan officials and coalition forces meeting to find ways to increase security along the Pakistan and Afghanistan border. Hosted by Tech Sgt. Brenda Nipper.

This edition features a story on a Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) taken from a security camera at a security check point where children are killed in the explosion, a new bridge is built for security officer to cross a check point and Afghan soldiers receive weapon training from coalition forces. Hosted by TSgt. Brenda Nipper.