The US military reported that operations in Afghanistan have killed 19 militants. But, the US is “not commenting” on operations in Syria or Pakistan.
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Why is this important? The most important aspect of this report is that the US military usually makes a report when it attacks militants, but it is not making reports about its operations in Pakistan or Syria. Killing militants in those countries may be a good thing, but there is no public dialogue about the issue because the US government refuses to talk about it.
Who is involved? The US military, the US government, Afghan police, and militants fighting against the US-backed Afghan government.
Where is this happening? In eastern Afghanistan–very near the border with Pakistan.
What can you do? Write to your political leaders and ask them why there is no dialogue about the the attacks in Pakistan and Syria.
