Ask ISAF

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.

Maj. Gen. Flynn answers questions about the current nature of the insurgency in Afghanistan, handling threats along the border with Pakistan and the challenges and benefits of having multiple countries contributing to the combined operation. Part 1 of 2.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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 1 of 2

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.

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

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.

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.

This edition discusses questions about the upcoming elections in Afghanistan.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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,

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.