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August 16, 2004
Release Number: 04-08-43
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
COALITION SUPPORTS NATIONAL GOVERNMENT AND ANA SECURITY EFFORTS
KABUL, Afghanistan - In the recent wake of factional fighting in the western region of Herat Province, the U.S.-led Coalition is supporting the Transitional Islamic State of Afghanistan in its efforts to regain control of the Shindand Airport and restore security and stability to the region.
Armed gunmen belonging to local militia commanders carried out a series of attacks on the airport and surrounding area Saturday, jeopardizing the safety and security of the Afghan people.
The coalition and its International Security Assistance Force partners are assisting the Afghan National Army today by providing air support for troop movements to the area.
The transport of three ANA kandaks (battalions) to the area will aid in the Afghan national government's objective of returning the occupied national property back to governmental control and ensuring that order is restored to the Shindand area. The national government reacted promptly to these criminal acts and moved to restore order in less than 24 hours, a desired response that marks the continued growth of the national government's capabilities.
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