General David Petraeus has warned that the alliance 'cannot kill or capture our way to victory'. Photograph: Kevin Lamarque/ReutersPetraeus Resets Airstrike Rules In Afghanistan -- FOX News
WASHINGTON — U.S. commanders in Afghanistan have eased a rule covering the use of force that has been a source of discontent among American troops, according to military officials.
As a result of findings during a review commissioned by Gen. David Petraeus, it has been made clear that troops are allowed to request airstrikes and artillery strikes against insurgents hiding in dilapidated buildings or other abandoned structures. Commanders conducting the review said they found some junior commanders had misinterpreted the rules to mean they weren't allowed to fire on such places.
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My Comment: This has been long overdue.