World: Time for action: The U.S. and Afghanistan take the Taliban head-on
- Get your war on! In the first major assault since Obama moved to send 30,000 more troops to Afghanistan, NATO and the U.S. are attacking the Taliban stronghold of Marjah, which is a new style of fighting for the region. Marjah is the last large stronghold the Taliban has in the rough and tumble Helmand Province. Here’s a lineup of the troops ready to kick ass and chew bubble gum:
- 4,500 U.S. Marines are leading the offensive
- 1,500 Afghan troops are joining in the attack
- 300 U.S. soldiers are taking part, too source
