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CJTF82 Week in Review 09 Feb - 16 FEB 2008
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 11:40 PM CST
The Combined Joint Task Force 82 (CJTF82) Week in Review is compiled to highlight events that occurred in the previous week, and is authored by SGT Ryan Wagner, CJTF82 Public Affairs Office, Broadcast Journalist. CJTF82 Mission: In conjunction with the Islamic Rebublic of Afghanistan (IRoA), joint, interagency, and multinational forces, CJTF82 conducts full spectrum operations to defeat insurgent forces in RC-East, facilitates the further development of Afghan National Security Forces, and support stability operations in order to assist the IRoA in extending its authority and influence, which contributes to security and regional stability.
CJTF82 Week in Review 02 Feb - 09 FEB 2008
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 10:04 PM CST
The Combined Joint Task Force 82 (CJTF82) Week in Review is compiled to highlight events that occurred in the previous week, and is authored by SGT Ryan Wagner, CJTF82 Public Affairs Office, Broadcast Journalist. CJTF82 Mission: In conjunction with the Islamic Rebublic of Afghanistan (IRoA), joint, interagency, and multinational forces, CJTF82 conducts full spectrum operations to defeat insurgent forces in RC-East, facilitates the further development of Afghan National Security Forces, and support stability operations in order to assist the IRoA in extending its authority and influence, which contributes to security and regional stability.
Coalition forces look to improve agriculture in Nangarhar
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 10:01 PM CST
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan – Coalition forces recently deployed a team of military agricultural experts from the Missouri National Guard to the Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan, to improve farming. In the mostly rural country, agriculture is an economic staple and accounts for approximately 45 percent of Afghanistan’s gross domestic product and employs more than 70 percent of the population. With this in mind, an Agricultural Development Team from the U.S. National Guard deployed to help farmers improve their current crop and livestock production. The team will be working with other organizations such as the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Agency for International Development. The Soldiers have varying specialties, such as pest management, agricultural management, hydrology, and can tap into their civilian agricultural expertise. The ADT brings expertise, advice and training in soil sciences, irrigation, agronomy, horticulture and animal husbandry to Afghan universities, provincial-level ministries, local farmers and agribusinesses. Also, in conjunction with other organizations, the team hopes to improve the infrastructure of the Afghan agricultural economy through varying projects and the development of Afghan resources. “While deployed, we will be looking for Afghan solutions for Afghan challenges,” said Army Maj. Doug Dunlap, ADT executive officer in a Missouri National Guard press release, who has a diverse background...
ANSF secure remote villages in Helmand Province
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 09:34 PM CST
BAGARAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - The 1st Company of 201st Commando Kandak, Afghan National Army, accompanied by Coalition forces, detained 11 suspected insurgents, found 1,000 lbs of heroin, and destroyed a large weapons cache in Helmand Province Feb. 20. The 201st Commandos conducted operations to establish security, disrupt insurgent activity and deny enemy sanctuary, north of the city of Musa Qaleh. ANSF cleared a compound of known Taliban members. While clearing the compound, the elite unit discovered the heroin and an opium processing lab. The Taliban use the monetary proceeds from the sale of heroin to fund their insurgency. Coalition aircraft observed insurgents emplacing IED’s and establishing defensive positions. Coalition aircraft moved in to investigate the suspected sites and were fired upon by enemy combatants. The Coalition aircraft responded with precision fires and eliminated the enemy positions. The combined force also destroyed a large weapons cache. The success of this mission confirms the resolve and ability of the ANSF to rid Afghanistan of insurgents.
11 suspected insurgents detained in Zabul Province
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 08:37 PM CST
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan – Eleven suspected insurgents were detained Feb. 19 during a combined Afghan National Security and Coalition forces operation to disrupt Taliban leadership networks in Zabul Province. The combined force searched compounds in the Dey Chopan District targeting a Taliban leader responsible for several attacks against Coalition forces. The individual also allegedly facilitated weapons and financial support to Taliban fighters. The joint force employed accurate, aerial-delivered conventional munitions to suppress several suspected insurgents during the search. There were no indications of deaths or injuries as a result of the engagement. Afghan and Coalition forces found and detained 11 individuals with suspected links to the targeted Taliban leader. The detained individuals will be questioned on their involvement in Taliban operations as well as other illegal activities. “Afghan National Security Forces found six of the detainees, one of whom was identified as a Taliban leader, hiding in a concealed room in a mosque on the compound,” said Army Maj. Chris Belcher, Coalition forces spokesman. “Mindful of cultural sensitivities, no Coalition forces members entered the mosque.” An Ak-47 assault rifle, associated with one of the detained individuals, was removed to prevent its use by extremist forces. “Afghan and Coalition forces...
ANA adds new capability to arsenal
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 06:37 PM CST
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan – A new program instructing Afghan National Army soldiers to effectively provide indirect artillery fire is due to graduate its first platoon in Paktya Province Feb. 25, according to a Combined Joint Task Force-82 official. The 21-day program instructs ANA soldiers on NATO firing tactics, techniques and procedures converting them for use with Russian 122 mm howitzers. The field artillery course focuses on fire direction and gun-line procedures allowing the ANA to compute all firing data. “This program will allow the ANA to operate independently from Coalition forces,” said Army Maj. Daryl Fullerton, deputy fires chief, CJTF-82. “All indirect-fire assets are U.S. assets in eastern Afghanistan. As the ANA continues to grow and conduct operations independently, they will need a means of fire support.” Fullerton explained the ANA bases need counter battery fire in Afghanistan because insurgents routinely attack with 107 mm rockets and other less effective fire. “These platoons will be able to effectively return fire at the conclusion of their training,” Fullerton said. “Even if the ANA doesn’t kill the enemy’s point of origin, their ability to provide indirect fire will discourage the enemy from using more effective forms of...
Qarghaii, Laghman Province, officially announced as Peace District
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 04:32 PM CST
The district of Qarghaii, located in eastern Laghman Province, Afghanistan was officially deemed an Afghanistan “Peace District” Feb 11. This achievement was formally recognized and celebrated by Laghman Governor Gulab Mangal, provincial leaders, United Nations and UNAMA in a ceremony held Feb. 12 in the Mehtar Lam Sarag Garden. Approximately two weeks before the Mehtar Lam ceremony, more than 60 weapons had been turned into the Disbandment of Illegal-Armed Group (DIAG) by Qarghaii citizens and placed on display in the Qarghaii District Center Jan. 28. I thank you all for doing such a great job to bring Laghman peace, said Mangal. But I am especially thankful to the elders. We should all try very hard to work in our province, districts and communities to bring the peace. Mangal said he encouraged Mehtar Lam’s people to join DIAG before but the efforts were unsuccessful and he is glad that they found success when they tried for a second time. Peace is a necessity in every society, said Mullah Qari Rouhullah Fayaz, Provincial Council Member. Islam wants peace in every society. It is a message straight from God, to bring peace. Forgiveness is also necessary for good relations of the...
Building Afghan National Security Forces Capacity in Tagab Valley, Kapisa Province
Posted: 19 Feb 2008 03:58 PM CST
Earlier this month, Afghan National Army in Tagab planned and led the execution of a clearing operation in Landikheyl, Tagab Valley, incorporating Coalition Forces elements as well as Afghan National Police. After extensive training was conducted. simulating the tactics involved in conducting these types of operations, Afghan Soldiers, along with Coalition Forces led the clearing of Qaleh Saleh to Adazai Village. They killed three insurgents, including a known Taliban commander. The Afghan National Army coordinated with Coalition Forces in the area and led a second clearing operation in Adazai. Little enemy contact was made and it is assessed that conditions are set for building stability in the area.
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