Afghanistan Mission Remains Vital to U.S. National Security
Afghanistan Mission Remains Vital to U.S. National Security.
Afghanistan is the epicenter of where al Qaeda planned and launched the 9/11 attacks against innocent Americans and continues to be an operational location for al Qaeda and its affiliated groups.
The U.S. led effort in Afghanistan and the sacrifices of American troops have led to an improving environment where Afghans are now providing their own security and making progress towards a more secure nation.
Afghanistan is the birth place of al-Qaeda and is unique in its vulnerability to once again becoming a safe-haven for terrorists if a strong government is not supported. Finalizing a Bilateral Security Agreement and retaining a credible residual presence, with input from our commanders on the ground, are essential to sustaining our security gains in Afghanistan. America’s warfighters have made tremendous sacrifices to protect vital U.S. national security interests. These sacrifices demand national leadership to see their mission through and finish the fight.
>>Committee Fact Sheet on Afghanistan - 2/24/2014
Afghanistan Mission Remains Vital to U.S. National Security
Committee Hearings and Oversight
2014
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2/11/14 |
United States Security Policy and Defense Posture in the Middle East |
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2/4/14 |
State of Al Qaeda, its Affiliates, and Associated Groups: View From Outside Experts |
*Upcoming Hearings from SOCOM, CENTCOM, and TRANSCOM
2013
2012
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2/1/12 |
The Use of Afghan Nationals to Provide Security to U.S. Forces |
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3/20/12 |
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6/20/12 |
Afghan National Security Forces: Resources, Strategy, and Timetable for Security Lead Transition |
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6/29/12 |
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7/10/12 |
Accountability and Reform Efforts at the Afghan National Military Hospital |
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7/18/12 |
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7/24/12 |
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8/2/12 |
2011
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3/1/11 |
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3/16/11 |
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6/23/11 |
Recent Developments in Afghanistan and the Proposed Drawdown of U.S. Forces |
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7/27/11 |
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9/22/11 |