Podcasts about Kunar

Fifteen year-olds can be… a lot. It's often when a rebellious streak first emerges, when a kid might start sneaking out, breaking curfew or perhaps,  skipping school and lying about their age to become an interpreter for the American soldiers occupying your hometown in Afghanistan. Or at least that's what being a teenager was like for Nasirullah Safi, who grew up in the Kunar Valley between Afghanistan and Pakistan, a land plagued by constant conflict and war. But guided by the advice of his father and the dreams of his mother, he left Kunar and found his way to another valley: the Willamette. Many Roads to Here is a production of The Immigrant Story.  This episode was produced, edited and hosted by Selene Ross. Audio post-production done by Gregg Palmer. The original interview was conducted by Sankar Raman in the fall of 2023. Many thanks to St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Beaverton, Oregon for the use of their space. This episode is a part of a series exploring the stories and experiences of Asian Americans. It is produced as part of the Oregon Rises Above Hate coalition and made possible by a generous contribution by Anne Naito-Campbell.  To learn more about the Oregon Rises Above Hate Coalition, please visit https://oregonrisesabovehate.com. For more stories, visit theimmigrantstory.org/manyroads, listen live at prp.fm, or stream us wherever you get your podcasts.

As the grueling Murph challenge of Hero Week is upon us, Dave's brother, Mike, joins us to share invaluable insights from his 20 years in the Army. This isn't just about physical strength; it's a profound journey through the sacrifices and mental resilience crafted in the crucible of military training and the camaraderie of CrossFit. Mike's narrative weaves together the ethos of these two worlds, shedding light on how they foster not only a robust physique but also fortify the mind and spirit against life's battles.Our conversation honors those who've laid down their lives, as we delve into the compelling stories behind CrossFit's hero workouts. Mike's firsthand accounts from the front lines, including rigorous experiences from West Point to the personnel who are highly specialized, underscore the importance of a comprehensive fitness approach. These tales are more than mere anecdotes; they exemplify the vital role that physical training plays in military readiness and the everyday challenges we all face. It's an intimate reflection on leadership and the importance of setting an example from the top down.We wrap up this heartfelt discussion with a focus on the critical issue of mental and emotional wellness within the military, with Mike opening up about the proactive steps taken by the military to support soldiers' mental health. He also shares personal practices for maintaining mental clarity amidst the high-stress environment of military service. As we pay homage to the bravery exhibited in Afghanistan's Kunar province, we invite you to carry forth the legacy of our heroes, honoring their stories and the indelible marks they leave on the world."PK"5 rounds for time of:225-lb. back squats, 10 reps275-lb. deadlifts, 10 reps400-meter sprintRest 2 minutesDedicated to U.S. Army Capt. Andrew Pedersen-Keel, of South Miami, Florida, died March 11, 2013. The 28-year-old was assigned to 1st Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne), in Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Pedersen-Keel was fatally injured in Jalrez District, Afghanistan, from small-arms fire from an Afghan security-forces member. This "PK" Hero WOD was originally posted on the CrossFit Main Site as the workout of the day for Friday, July 3, 2015.@crossfitbison @crossfittraining @crossfit @crossfitgames #crossfit #sports #exercise #health #movement #crossfitcoach #agoq #clean #fitness #ItAllStartsHere #CrossFitOpen #CrossFit #CrossFitCommunity @CrossFitAffiliates #supportyourlocalbox #crossfitaffiliate #personalizedfitness

In this powerful episode, Scott engages in a gripping conversation with Retired Master Sergeant Roger Sparks, author of "Warrior's Creed," who served in the Special Forces of two different branches of the military: Marine Corps Force Recon and the Air Force's Pararescue. Together, they delve into the harrowing details of Operation Bulldog Bite, a joint US and Afghan counter-insurgent mission in Kunar province, Afghanistan, against Taliban forces conducted in November 2010. They unpack the complexities of warfare and the realities faced by those on the front lines, offering a raw and unfiltered glimpse into the courage, sacrifice, and resilience exhibited by our servicemen and women in the face of adversity. This episode contains graphic descriptions of war.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

GET‌ ‌EVERY‌ ‌EPISODE‌ ‌AD FREE PLUS BONUS‌ ‌CONTENT‌ ‌AT:‌ ‌‌www.patreon.com/crackpotpodcast‌ In this episode, we look at the biggest conspiracy theory of all, GIANTS! Join us as we unravel the age-old tales of giants, from ancient scriptures to contemporary eyewitness accounts. Explore the Nephilim of the First Testament, their existence before and after the flood, and how different religions interpret these mythical beings. We delve into the scientific perspective, examining the absence of giant fossils and historical cases of exceptionally tall individuals. Touching on controversial claims, we discuss the alleged Smithsonian cover-up of giant skeletons found in the United States and the possible origins of giant myths in various cultures. The narrative takes a cryptic turn as we explore connections between giants and legendary creatures like Bigfoot. We highlight biblical references to giants, including Goliath, and share chilling encounters with gigantic beings reported by soldiers in the mountains of Afghanistan. Join us in our exploration of the Giant of Kandahar, the Giant of Kunar, and the broader implications of these encounters. Dive into the mysteries of giants that persist across cultures, religions, and contemporary stories. Are these tales rooted in reality, or do they remain firmly in the realms of mythology and the unexplained?  

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This edition features stories on fighting the taliban in the Kunar province of Afghanistan and F-15 maintainers performing routine maintenance on the aircraft. Hosted by Senior Airman Rob Joswiak.

This edition features a stories on the Kunar Provincial Reconstruction Team visiting the Kunar prison construction site and Soldiers training on mine detection devices in Afghanistan. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Ali Rose.

This edition features stories on the Kunar provincial government and reconstruction team working together to build four new schools and postal employees working overtime to distribute the high volume of holiday mail they are receiving. Hosted by Air Force Staff Sgt. Joy Meek.

This edition features stories on the Kunar provincial governor and the commander of Task Force Warrior visiting three provinces in western part of Kunar province, Afghanistan in an effort to connect the provincial government with district governments and a reconnaissance mission in the Khost province of Afghanistan in which U.S. Soldiers will work alongside Afghan security forces ensuring they will be able to conduct future missions without coalition assistance. Hosted by Senior Airman Jay Hernandez.

This edition features stories on Afghan and coalition forces capturing insurgents involved in attacks on the recent voting day in Afghanistan and the Iowa National Guard's 734th Agri-business Development Team in Kunar province mentoring and advising Afghans on agriculture and veterinary sciences. Includes soundbites from Maj. Loren Adams - veterinarian with 734th ADT, from New Liberty, Iowa. Hosted by Petty Officer Dustin Diaz.

This edition features stories about a village in Kunar province, Afghanistan celebrating its freedom from the Taliban with new farm supplies, and the Oklahoma Agribusiness Development Team (ADT) and the Paktia Beekeeping Association teaching local Afghans how to raise bees as a way to earn income. Produced by Petty Officer 1st Class Dustin Diaz.

This edition features a story on an airstrike in Kunar province resulting in the death of a Taliban leader and a veterinarian helping Iowa's 734th Agri-Business Development Team oversee projects to rejuvenate and re-establish the farming economy in Afghanistan's Kunar province. Hosted by Air Force Staff Sgt. Joe Woolston. Includes soundbites from Maj. Loren Adams, veterinarian.

This edition features stories about Afghan and coalition forces killing a Haqqani Network senior leader, and service members stationed at Forward Operating Base Wright providing protection for Afghan civilians, coalition and Afghan security forces in Kunar province, Afghanistan. Produced by Petty Officer Dustin Diaz

Coalition forces work hard everyday to ensure the stability of the Afghan people and government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. Staff Sgt. James Zannetti takes us to Kunar province where the Provincial Reconstruction Team provides this stability through bridge projects. Includes sound bites from Lt. David Pfaefflin, Junior Engineer, Kunar, PRT, Kunar province, Afghanistan

This edition features a story on coalition forces conducting route clearance patrols in the Nawa valley in Kunar province, Afghanistan as part of their mission to provide safety and security for the Afghan people by keeping the paths safe. Hosted by Lance Cpl. Benjamin Harris. Produced by Air Force Staff Sgt. James Zannetti. Includes soundbites from Capt. Bryce Higgins - commander, 744th Engineer Company, 54th Engineer Battalion, from Layton, Utah.

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In this episode Maj. John A. Meyer shares a story from his first deployment, in 2007, to Afghanistan. On July 27, his platoon and a group of Afghan National Army soldiers were moving along the road next to the Kunar River during a squadron mission to secure the valley. The Afghan soldiers began to cross a bridge when they looked down and saw a group of enemy fighters. The massive fight that ensued would involve the other platoons of Meyer's B Troop, as well—matched up against an enemy force three times the size of their own.

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 Suzi is joined by Retired Colonel Loren Weeks to talk about some of the issues and possible solutions within the VA Healthcare system. Some of the questions are: Why is the Veterans Affairs Hospital system not mapped out to serve veterans as efficiently as they are served when on active duty? Why is it that when veterans go to a VA hospital no matter where the location, the EMR system cannot retrieve medical records from another VA location? Why does a veteran have to enroll when they come into the Emergency Room before being seen? So many questions? Listen in to Suzi and Loren's perspectives on issues and solutions to create a better system for our veteran community.BioColonel Loren A. Weeks enlisted in the Army Reserve on June 6, 1983 as a 13B, Cannon Crewman, with the C Battery, 4th Battalion, 75th Division Artillery.  He served three years as an enlisted soldier with the U.S. Army Reserve and the Illinois Army National Guard before receiving a commission as a 2nd Lieutenant on May 10, 1986.  His service continued with the Illinois Army National Guard as a Platoon Leader with Company A, 3rd Battalion, 130th Infantry Regiment and Chemical Officer for the 106th Aviation Battalion.  In September 1987, he transferred to the U.S. Army serving as Chemical Officer with the 1st Battalion, 508th Airborne Infantry, 193rd Infantry Brigade stationed in the Republic of Panama.  During this tour, he participated in 28 named Joint Operations concluding with Operation Just Cause.  In 1990, he was transferred to Fort Campbell and served with the 63rd Chemical Company, 101st Airborne Division and the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment.  Colonel Weeks returned to the Illinois Army National Guard in March 1991 with service in the   66th Infantry Brigade, 34th Infantry Division as Brigade Chemical Officer and HHC Company Commander.  Branch transferring into the Quartermaster Corps, he was assigned duties within the Department of Logistics, State Area Command as the Defense Movement and Supply Management Officer. His last duty assignment within the Illinois Army National Guard was as Support Operations Officer, 232nd Corps Support Battalion.  He transferred to the California Army National Guard in 2003 and served as the Support Operations Officer, XO and the Battalion Commander of the 340th Forward Support Battalion and 1/149 Armor Battalion until his first Operation Enduring Freedom deployment.   As part of Task Force Phoenix, the 40th ID Embedded Training Team mentored the 5th Kandak (CSS Battalion), 2nd Brigade, 201st Corps at Forward Operating Base Fiaz, Kunar Province supporting ANA combat operations in the Kunar, Pech, Waterpor, Waygal, and Korrengal Valleys.Colonel Weeks returned to the CAARNG in 2009 to command the Pre-Mobilization Training Battalion, Task Force Warrior, with the primary responsibility for training assistance and certification of mobilizing units. In 2012, he conducted his second OEF Deployment assigned to the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force - Afghanistan.  Upon return, he was assigned as the Army Division G-4.  In May 2015, he deployed to Afghanistan as commander of the 224th Logistics Mentor Team.Colonel Weeks' military education includes the Chemical Officer Basic Course, Quartermaster Officer's Advanced Course, Combined Arms and Services Staff School, Command and General Staff College. His civilian education includes a Baccalaureate of Arts Degree in Political Science from Southern Illinois University in 1987.Colonel Weeks' military awards and decorations include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star with one Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with three Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters, Army Commendation Medal with two Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters, Army Achievement Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Me

India: Droupadi Murmu, prima donna nata in una comunità tribale eletta 15esima presidente dell'india. Sri Lanka, militari irrompono nel sito di protesta mentre il nuovo presidente assume il potere. Ucraina: HRW, torture e sparizioni nel sud occupato. Nicaragua: lo staff del quotidiano La Prensa fugge all'estero. Brasile: 18 morti in un raid della polizia a Rio de Janairo. Dopo l'attacco al resort curdo, l'Iraq chiede il ritiro della Turchia. Afghanistan: Chierici e anziani riuniti a Kunar chiedono la riapertura delle scuole alle ragazze. Questo e molto altro nel notiziario di Radio Bullets, a cura di Barbara Schiavulli Se vuoi sostenere l'informazione indipendente www.radiobullets.com/sostienici

India: Droupadi Murmu, prima donna nata in una comunità tribale eletta 15esima presidente dell'india. Sri Lanka, militari irrompono nel sito di protesta mentre il nuovo presidente assume il potere. Ucraina: HRW, torture e sparizioni nel sud occupato. Nicaragua: lo staff del quotidiano La Prensa fugge all'estero. Brasile: 18 morti in un raid della polizia a Rio de Janairo. Dopo l'attacco al resort curdo, l'Iraq chiede il ritiro della Turchia. Afghanistan: Chierici e anziani riuniti a Kunar chiedono la riapertura delle scuole alle ragazze. Questo e molto altro nel notiziario di Radio Bullets, a cura di Barbara Schiavulli Se vuoi sostenere l'informazione indipendente www.radiobullets.com/sostienici

This week on Inside Great Mind, Adam welcomes Medal of Honor recipient Florent "Flo" Groberg.  Groberg, a former US Captain in the Army, is a living lesson in persistence and determination. Listen as he unpacks his story of overcoming challenges and adversity to achieve the remarkable things he has accomplished. Here are just a few bullet points of his story and accomplishments:

Forti tensioni tra Afghanistan e Pakistan dopo i bombardamenti a Khost e Kunar. Nigeria: esplosione ad una raffineria di petrolio, decine di morti. Venezuela: HRW, il governo di Maduro cerca di ritardare le indagini del Tpi. L'opposizione vince nelle divisive elezioni in Slovenia. L'Egitto libera 41 dissidenti. Questo e molto altro nel notiziario di Radio Bullets, a cura di Barbara Schiavulli Se vuoi sostenere l'informazione indipendente www.radiobullets.com/sostienici

Forti tensioni tra Afghanistan e Pakistan dopo i bombardamenti a Khost e Kunar. Nigeria: esplosione ad una raffineria di petrolio, decine di morti. Venezuela: HRW, il governo di Maduro cerca di ritardare le indagini del Tpi. L'opposizione vince nelle divisive elezioni in Slovenia. L'Egitto libera 41 dissidenti. Questo e molto altro nel notiziario di Radio Bullets, a cura di Barbara Schiavulli Se vuoi sostenere l'informazione indipendente www.radiobullets.com/sostienici

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2022/01/10/traveling-to-kunar-valley/

This week The Panjwai Podcast returns with full episode once more with the start of Season 3.   We are joined this week by 1SG Ronnie Morgan. 1SG Morgan served as an infantry squad leader in Bravo Company, 1-64th Armor Battalion at COP Sperwan Ghar and the Panjwai District Center in 2012. 1SG Morgan talks to us about his experiences before Panjwai, to include rotations in the Kunar, Uruzgan and Iraq before diving into the unique experience of the Panjwai 2012 Deployment.   In Part One, we dive into 1SG Morgan's history, his journey to Panjwai and Sperwan Ghar, and his fight to get into the fight at Sperwan Ghar while assigned to the Panjwai District Center. He talks about the strain of seeing his platoon mates in 3rd Platoon killed and wounded while he sat at the District Center, yearning to return to his Platoon and take the fight to the enemy.   Stay tuned for Part 2, where Morgan returns to his men and learns the harsh reality of warfare in the grape fields of Panjwai.   ---------------------------------   The views expressed by the guests and hosts of this podcast do not represent the views of the Department of Defense or United States Government.   ——————————————— Also Available on:   Apple: https://buff.ly/3gTXet9 Spotify: https://buff.ly/2Kx6cjR Google: https://buff.ly/3b29R4z Podbean: https://buff.ly/2WoN0aF iHeartRadio: https://buff.ly/3nc5Wo1   Check out the video version of the podcast at : https://www.youtube.com/thepanjwaipodcast   For maps, photos and more information about Panjwai go to : https://www.thepanjwaipodcast.com/about-panjwai   You can donate and support the podcast on Patreon for as little as $3.00 a month. visit www.patreon.com/thepanjwaipodcast to learn more.   Direct donations can also be sent via venmo @thepanjwaipodcast Be sure to like, follow, and/or subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Youtube, TuneIn, Amazon Music and many more. visit www.thepanjwaipodcast.com/listen for more information.    Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepanjwaipodcast Instagram: @thepanjwaipodcast Twitter: @panjwaipodcast --------------------------------

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2021/12/27/pakistan-continues-rocket-attacks-in-kunar-nangarhr/

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2021/10/15/2-killed-and-13-injured-in-kunar-blast-by-is/

This week we welcome Major Tom Schueman, founder of Patrol Base Abbate.  Maj. Schueman shares a story of brotherhood and commitment, personified by the acts of heroic veterans during the drawdown and exit from Afghanistan.  Like so many veterans, Maj. Schueman's mission to rescue his interpreter, Zak, was an example of an American servicemember's promise to his allies.  Zak, and his family, braved the a trek from Kunar, through Taliban controlled territory, to Kabul.  Once there, Maj. Schueman financed their stay in a small apartment as they repeatedly tried to gain access to Hamid Karzai International Airport.  On the third day of chaos, with the help of military members on the ground, contacts back in the United States, and a fearless Afghan driver, Tom got the word  that he had been waiting for, "We have them".  We commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11 with this story of hope, and the example of what it means to be a GWOT veteran.We also discuss the mission of Patrol Bas Abbate.  PB Abbate offers free-of-cost retreats in "Big Sky Country" for service members and eligible veterans, where they can reconnect with their warrior spirit, foster community through shared interests, and re-discover purpose in service to each other, their families, and their communities.  PB Abbate also offers local chapters in major cities across the country to help their members serve their communities and foster connectedness through a mutually beneficial network.  For more information about Patrol Base Abbate, and to register to get involved, go to https://www.pbabbate.org/.Support the show and get your Bulletproof Veteran apparel at https://amzn.to/3BA3dx9 or see all the available shirts at http://bulletproofveteran.com/apparel

Bing West has always loved American Grunts.   Ever since he led a platoon of Marines in Vietnam, he's had an affinity for the man (and now woman) on the ground at the leading edge of America's wars. That's why he wrote the 1972 book "The Village," about 17 months in the lives of a squad of Marines fighting in Binh Nghia, Vietnam. He wrote for the Marine Corps as well, publishing the service's official counterinsurgency manual.   Throughout our post-9/11 wars, he continued to champion the Grunt.   From 2003 through 2008, he made 16 extended trips to Iraq, going on patrols and writing three books and numerous articles about the war. His 2005 book "No True Glory," is the definitive frontline account of the Battle for Fallujah. His 2008 book "The Strongest Tribe," will hold up for generations as a comprehensive history of the American war in Iraq.   From 2007 through 2011, he made numerous trips to Afghanistan, each time living and traveling with ground units. His 2011 book "The Wrong War," is a definitive account of American missteps and successes in Afghanistan.   Bing was in Afghanistan on September 8, 2009 when Marine Sergeant Dakota Meyer singlehandedly evacuated or provided cover for dozens of US service members  in Kunar during the Battle of Ganjgal. Hearing the story, Bing investigated and wrote about Dakota's account. He pushed the Marine Corps, the Department of Defense, Congress, and the White House for Dakota to receive the Medal of Honor and he did, in a White House ceremony on September 15, 2011.   Aside from his writing, he's had an influential career as a counterinsurgency analyst, first for the Rand Corporation and later as an assistant to Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis, Bing's good friend.   Meanwhile, he's continued to write, both fiction and non-fiction, telling the stories of the American Marine and Soldier in Afghanistan and Iraq.   On Episode 58 of the podcast, Bing joins his old friend Joe Buccino, host of the podcast, to talk about caring leadership, the end of the war of Afghanistan, the Army's focus on Large Scale Combat Operations, and why Army leaders should stop tweeting.   It's a great talk, a rich discussion with lessons and wisdom for all military leaders.   Please subscribe to the 18th Airborne Corps podcast on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-18th-airborne-corps-podcast/id1547996961), Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/15BMwodlZc84yiPK0AYSHq), or Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-doomsday-clock). You won't miss any of the interesting guests or cool stories if you subscribe. We also ask you to leave a 5-star rating and a review, as these will help others find the program.   

Si chiama Isis Khorasan, Isis-K o ancora Iskp, e proviene della provincia afghana del Khorasan. Si tratta della sigla che ha rivendicato in queste ore l'attentato kamikaze all'aeroporto di Kabul, i cui effetti in termini di vittime e del peggioramento della situazione geopolitica sono devastanti. Il gruppo è formato da un manipolo di 2200 miliziani armati, arroccato nella provincia montana di Kunar, al confine con il Pakistan. È formato da militanti pashtun pakistani fuggiti dal loro Paese, disertori afghani, estremisti uzbeki e, in numero più limitato, reduci arabi di quello che fu lo Stato islamico siro-iracheno. Isis-K considera i talebani vittoriosi come "apostati", traditori e "agenti degli americani". Del resto non poteva che finire così, perché Talebani e Isis sono in guerra da tempo e i talebani hanno indicato in varie occasioni di voler tenere Isis lontano dalle aree sotto suo controllo. L'Isis-K, in questi ultimi sei anni, ha conteso ai talebani il monopolio delle operazioni terroristiche contro obiettivi militari e civili all'interno del Paese. E il 15 agosto, giorno della caduta di Kabul, dei cinquemila detenuti liberati dai talebani, uno solo è stato giustiziato sul posto: Abu Omar Khorasani, uno dei comandanti di vertice dell'IS nel sud-est asiatico, detenuto da un anno dopo essere stato arrestato dalla polizia dell'allora governo Ghani. Sul piano militare non ci sarebbe partita tra talebani e Isi-K, ma, come si è visto all'aeroporto di Kabul, il gruppo è in grado di colpire dove e come vuole. Ascolta "Il Corsivo" a cura di Daniele Biacchessi, ogni giorno su www.giornaleradio.fm oppure scarica la nostra app

Si chiama Isis Khorasan, Isis-K o ancora Iskp, e proviene della provincia afghana del Khorasan. Si tratta della sigla che ha rivendicato in queste ore l'attentato kamikaze all'aeroporto di Kabul, i cui effetti in termini di vittime e del peggioramento della situazione geopolitica sono devastanti. Il gruppo è formato da un manipolo di 2200 miliziani armati, arroccato nella provincia montana di Kunar, al confine con il Pakistan. È formato da militanti pashtun pakistani fuggiti dal loro Paese, disertori afghani, estremisti uzbeki e, in numero più limitato, reduci arabi di quello che fu lo Stato islamico siro-iracheno. Isis-K considera i talebani vittoriosi come "apostati", traditori e "agenti degli americani". Del resto non poteva che finire così, perché Talebani e Isis sono in guerra da tempo e i talebani hanno indicato in varie occasioni di voler tenere Isis lontano dalle aree sotto suo controllo. L'Isis-K, in questi ultimi sei anni, ha conteso ai talebani il monopolio delle operazioni terroristiche contro obiettivi militari e civili all'interno del Paese. E il 15 agosto, giorno della caduta di Kabul, dei cinquemila detenuti liberati dai talebani, uno solo è stato giustiziato sul posto: Abu Omar Khorasani, uno dei comandanti di vertice dell'IS nel sud-est asiatico, detenuto da un anno dopo essere stato arrestato dalla polizia dell'allora governo Ghani. Sul piano militare non ci sarebbe partita tra talebani e Isi-K, ma, come si è visto all'aeroporto di Kabul, il gruppo è in grado di colpire dove e come vuole. Ascolta "Il Corsivo" a cura di Daniele Biacchessi, ogni giorno su www.giornaleradio.fm oppure scarica la nostra app

Si chiama Isis Khorasan, Isis-K o ancora Iskp, e proviene della provincia afghana del Khorasan. Si tratta della sigla che ha rivendicato in queste ore l'attentato kamikaze all'aeroporto di Kabul, i cui effetti in termini di vittime e del peggioramento della situazione geopolitica sono devastanti. Il gruppo è formato da un manipolo di 2200 miliziani armati, arroccato nella provincia montana di Kunar, al confine con il Pakistan. È formato da militanti pashtun pakistani fuggiti dal loro Paese, disertori afghani, estremisti uzbeki e, in numero più limitato, reduci arabi di quello che fu lo Stato islamico siro-iracheno. Isis-K considera i talebani vittoriosi come "apostati", traditori e "agenti degli americani". Del resto non poteva che finire così, perché Talebani e Isis sono in guerra da tempo e i talebani hanno indicato in varie occasioni di voler tenere Isis lontano dalle aree sotto suo controllo. L'Isis-K, in questi ultimi sei anni, ha conteso ai talebani il monopolio delle operazioni terroristiche contro obiettivi militari e civili all'interno del Paese. E il 15 agosto, giorno della caduta di Kabul, dei cinquemila detenuti liberati dai talebani, uno solo è stato giustiziato sul posto: Abu Omar Khorasani, uno dei comandanti di vertice dell'IS nel sud-est asiatico, detenuto da un anno dopo essere stato arrestato dalla polizia dell'allora governo Ghani. Sul piano militare non ci sarebbe partita tra talebani e Isi-K, ma, come si è visto all'aeroporto di Kabul, il gruppo è in grado di colpire dove e come vuole. Ascolta "Il Corsivo" a cura di Daniele Biacchessi, ogni giorno su www.giornaleradio.fm oppure scarica la nostra app

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://afghannewswire.com/2021/08/27/live-kunar-to-nuristan-by-road-4k/

This episode of The Spear features a story from US Air Force Major Joe Ritter. An RPA pilot, his story takes place both at Creech Air Force Base in Nevada, where he and his sensor operator, Dylan, were located, and in Afghanistan's Kunar province, where thhey were flying an MQ-9 Reaper during an intelligence collection mission. When an unusual event catches his eye, Joe realizes his MQ-9 Reaper may have found something other than what they were looking for.

Viðskipti við íslensk ferðaþjónustufyrirtæki drógust saman um 307 milljarða króna í fyrra miðað við árið áður. Samdrátturinn nam 58 prósentum. Lokun Suðurstrandarvegar vegna eldgossins á Reykjanesskaga reynir fyrst og fremst á samgönguyfirvöld í landinu, segir bæjarstjórinn í Ölfusi. Huga þarf að uppbyggingu Þrengslavegar til að tryggja þungaflutninga. Tíu læknanemar, sem starfa í sumarafleysingum á bráðamóttöku Landspítala, lýsa þungum áhyggjum af undirmönnun sérfræðinga á bráðadeildinni. Flugfreyjufélag Íslands krefst þess að flugfélagið Play gangi til viðræðna um kjarasamning flugfreyja og flugþjóna. Flugfélaginu hefur verið sent erindi þess efnis. Stjórnvöld í Bretlandi hafa ákveðið að leyfa 60 þúsund áhorfendum að fylgjast með undanúrslita- og úrslitaleikjum í Evrópukeppninni í fótbolta. Samhefji biðst afsökunar á því að gerð hafi verið mistök vegna kvótaviðskipta í Namibíu. Engin refsiverð brot hafi verið framin í Namibíu af hálfu fyrirtækja á vegum Samherja. Sá eini sem brotið hafi af sér sé Jóhannes Stefánsson fyrrverandi framkvæmdastjóri. Hann var aðaluppljóstrarinn í Samherjamálinu. Arnar Páll Hauksson segir frá. Ólympíuleikarnir 2020 hefjast eftir mánuð í Tokyo í Japan, eftir COVID-frestunina í fyrra. Nú verða þeir haldnir hvað sem tautar og raular. Það er enda ótrúlega flókið og dýrt að fresta risa viðburði eins og Ólympíuleikum, þó ekkert annað hafi verið í stöðunni í fyrra. Ragnhildur Thorlacius segir frá og talar við Þorkel Gunnar Sigurbjörnsson. Delta afbrigði Covid er á góðri leið með að orsaka þriðju Covid-bylgjuna í Bretlandi. Það er þakkað bólusetningu að dauðsföllum þar af völdum Covid hefur ekki fjölgað að sama marki, alla vega ekki enn sem komið er. Bretland er ekki eina Evrópulandið þar sem delta afbrigðið hefur farið á flug, en ekki einhlítt að eina ástæðan fyrir fjölgun tilfella í Bretlandi sé delta afbrigðinu að kenna. Sigrún Davíðsdóttir sagði frá.

Viðskipti við íslensk ferðaþjónustufyrirtæki drógust saman um 307 milljarða króna í fyrra miðað við árið áður. Samdrátturinn nam 58 prósentum. Lokun Suðurstrandarvegar vegna eldgossins á Reykjanesskaga reynir fyrst og fremst á samgönguyfirvöld í landinu, segir bæjarstjórinn í Ölfusi. Huga þarf að uppbyggingu Þrengslavegar til að tryggja þungaflutninga. Tíu læknanemar, sem starfa í sumarafleysingum á bráðamóttöku Landspítala, lýsa þungum áhyggjum af undirmönnun sérfræðinga á bráðadeildinni. Flugfreyjufélag Íslands krefst þess að flugfélagið Play gangi til viðræðna um kjarasamning flugfreyja og flugþjóna. Flugfélaginu hefur verið sent erindi þess efnis. Stjórnvöld í Bretlandi hafa ákveðið að leyfa 60 þúsund áhorfendum að fylgjast með undanúrslita- og úrslitaleikjum í Evrópukeppninni í fótbolta. Samhefji biðst afsökunar á því að gerð hafi verið mistök vegna kvótaviðskipta í Namibíu. Engin refsiverð brot hafi verið framin í Namibíu af hálfu fyrirtækja á vegum Samherja. Sá eini sem brotið hafi af sér sé Jóhannes Stefánsson fyrrverandi framkvæmdastjóri. Hann var aðaluppljóstrarinn í Samherjamálinu. Arnar Páll Hauksson segir frá. Ólympíuleikarnir 2020 hefjast eftir mánuð í Tokyo í Japan, eftir COVID-frestunina í fyrra. Nú verða þeir haldnir hvað sem tautar og raular. Það er enda ótrúlega flókið og dýrt að fresta risa viðburði eins og Ólympíuleikum, þó ekkert annað hafi verið í stöðunni í fyrra. Ragnhildur Thorlacius segir frá og talar við Þorkel Gunnar Sigurbjörnsson. Delta afbrigði Covid er á góðri leið með að orsaka þriðju Covid-bylgjuna í Bretlandi. Það er þakkað bólusetningu að dauðsföllum þar af völdum Covid hefur ekki fjölgað að sama marki, alla vega ekki enn sem komið er. Bretland er ekki eina Evrópulandið þar sem delta afbrigðið hefur farið á flug, en ekki einhlítt að eina ástæðan fyrir fjölgun tilfella í Bretlandi sé delta afbrigðinu að kenna. Sigrún Davíðsdóttir sagði frá.

Logi Bergmann og Siggi Gunnars stýra Síðdegisþættinum á K100. Taktu skemmtilegu leiðina heim með þeim félögum alla virka daga milli 16 og 18. Hér getur þú hlustað á alla þættina án auglýsinga og tónlistar.

TRT World’s Daily News Brief for Tuesday, April 27th: *) US to share its hoarded stash of 60M AstraZeneca vaccines The White House has said the US will share with the world its hoarded stash of 60 million AstraZeneca vaccines doses. Critics have accused Washington of hoarding a vaccine it has not authorised and will likely not be required to vaccinate Americans. The AstraZeneca hoarding issue rose to the fore after India's catastrophic virus surge that has overwhelmed its healthcare system. *) Rebel group overruns Myanmar army base near Thai border A prominent ethnic rebel group has attacked and captured a military base in eastern Myanmar near the Thai border. The Karen National Union (KNU), a vocal opponent of the coup in Myanmar, announced overrunning the base after weeks of clashes with the military along the eastern border. Residents reported hearing gunfire and explosions in Karen state near the Salween River, along Myanmar's border with Thailand. *) HRW report accuses Israel of committing apartheid crimes Human Rights Watch has accused Israel of pursuing policies of apartheid and persecution against Palestinians amounting to crimes against humanity. Human Rights Watch said its report was not aimed at comparing Israel with apartheid-era South Africa but rather at assessing "whether specific acts and policies" constitute "apartheid" as defined under international law. Tel Aviv rejected the report that was released weeks after the ICC said it will investigate war crimes in Israeli-occupied areas of West Bank and Gaza. *) Rocket attack in Afghanistan wounds scores of children A rocket hit the provincial governor's compound in Afghanistan's eastern Kunar province during a religious ceremony, wounding at least 16 children. Officials said three Afghan security force members and religious affairs officials were also wounded in the attack blamed on Taliban militants. Fighting between the Afghan government and Taliban increased after peace talks failed to progress despite international calls to reduce violence. And finally … *) RARES pays $1.8M for Kanye's old Nike Air Yeezy 1s A pair of Nike Air Yeezy 1s worn by rapper Kanye West has sold for $1.8 million, triple the previous record for sneakers. The shoes beat the record held by a pair of Nike Air Jordan 1s which sold for $615,000 in August 2020 at a Christie's auction. West wore the black high top Yeezys at the 2008 Grammy Awards as he performed "Hey Mama" and "Stronger."

Viðmælandi þessa þáttar er Ólafur Gauti Guðmundsson eða Gauti eins og hann er alltaf kallaður. Gauti er fæddur árið 1978 og gekk í Vogaskóla og MR. Eftir menntaskólann lá leið hans til New York og London áður en hann lauk prófi í verkfræði frá DTU í Danmörku. Gauti stofnaði hugbúnaðarfyrirtækið Bókun árið 2012 ásamt Hjalta Baldurssyni þar sem Gauti starfaði sem tæknistjóri fyrirtækisins. Bókun býr til hugbúnað í kringum bókanir á ferðatengrdri afþreyingu. Árið 2018 var síðan fyrirtækið selt til bandaríska netferðarisans, Tripadvisor. Í dag fáum við að heyra meira um sögu Gauta! Kostunaraðilar þáttarins eru: VÍS (http://vis.is), Kaffitár (http://kaffitar.is) og Askja (http://askja.is)

This episode, we chat with Jared Kunar from McMaster University's Science Career and Cooperative Education Office (SCCE). Jared tells us about how he helps students develop job search techniques, create targeted resumes and cover letters, and figure out where the heck their life is going! Episode transcript SCCE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcmasterscce/ SCCE Website: https://science.mcmaster.ca/scce/ SCCE drop in hours and live chat: https://science.mcmaster.ca/scce/contact/drop-in-advising.html Cost of hiring: https://toggl.com/blog/cost-of-hiring-an-employee Email: soyougotalifescidegree@gmail.com Webpage: https://anchor.fm/soyougotalifescidegree Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/soyougotalifescidegree?fan_landing=true Rate us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/so-you-got-a-lifesci-degree/id1531348565 Music copyright notice: No Regrets (2015) - Royalty-Free Music by https://audiohub.com

Titeln är INTE referens till en dokumentär barnbok som Fritte lånade på barnbiblioteket i Knivsta hösten 1979, utan detta handlar om en dramatisk händelse som ägde rum på Konstgjutarvägen natten mellan den 1 och 2 januari 2021.Vi reder också ut skillnaden mellan den amerikanska och den svenska punkscenen, samt tar heder och är av en ny patreon. Stöd oss via patreon.com/fyrameter See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

SPC Vittorio Dominguez is a United States Army infantryman assigned to the 10th Mountain Division at Ft. Drum and a veteran of the war in Afghanistan. In this episode, we talk about his deployment to Kunar province in Afghanistan. As always, make sure to subscribe and share the show!YouTube: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysYouTubeSpotify: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysGooglePlay: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysGoogleApplePodcast: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysAppleContact:Website: www.jcramergraphics.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/formeractionguys Instagram: www.instagram.com/jcramergraphics Twitter: https://twitter.com/4meractionguys Email: formeractionguyspodcast@gmail.com Reference:117 - Backpackable radio for tactical use152 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio7-Ton - Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck-sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)9-Line - CAS mission brief formatABC - ANGLICO Basic CourseANG - Air National GuardANGLICO - Air Naval Gunfire Liaison CompanyBLT - Battalion Landing TeamBRC - Basic Reconnaissance CourseCAR - Combat Action RibbonCAS - Close Air SupportCCT - Combat Control TeamCLB - Combat Logistics BattalionCO - Commanding OfficerCOC - Command Operations CenterCOP - Combat OutpostCorpsman - Navy medic attached to MarinesEOD - Explosive Ordnance DisposalFAC - Forward Air ControllerFCT - Firepower Control TeamFDC - Fire Direction ControlFET - Female Engagement Team.FSCC - Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.GBU - Guided Bomb Unit GLT - Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.Hesco Barrier - Earthen filled barriers used to make or reinforce outpostsHMMWV - High mobility multi-wheeled vehicleIED - Improvised Explosive DeviceIOC - Infantry Officer's CourseJDAM - Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)JTAC - Joint Terminal Attack ControllerLGTR - LASER Guided Training RoundM-ATV - MRAP All-terrain vehicleMARSOC - Marine Corps Special Operations CommandMART - Marines Awaiting Recon TrainingMCAS - Marine Corps Air StationMCMAP - Marine Corps Martial Arts ProgramMCRD - Marine Corps Recruit DepotMCIWS - Marine Corps Instructor of Water SurvivalMCT - Marine Combat TrainingMEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)MRAP - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)MSOT - Marine Special Operations TeamMTU - Marksmanship Training UnitOCS - Officer Candidate SchoolOP - Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targetsPB - Patrol BasePGM - Precision Guided MunitionsPLDR - Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder PosRep - Position ReportPSS-SOF - Precision Strike Suite Special Operations Forces. Targeting program.RO - Radio Operator (Sometimes called an RTO)ROMAD - Radio Operator, Mechanic, and DriverR&S - Reconnaissance and SurveillanceSACC - Supporting Arms Coordination Center (FSCC on a ship)SALT - Supporting Arms Liaison TeamSERE - Survive, Evade, Resist, EscapeSOCS - Special Operations Capabilities SpecialistSOI - School of InfantrySOTG - Special Operations Training GroupS Shops - S-1 (Administration), S-2 (Intelligence), S-3 (Operations), S-4 (Logistics), S-6 (Communication)SVBIED - Suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive deviceTACP - Tactical Air Control PartyTaco Rice - Greasy food for drunk Marines stationed in OkinawaWater Dogs - Logistics Marines in charge of purifying water and running sanitation facilitiesVBIED - Vehicle-borne improvised explosive device

In this episode Maj. John A. Meyer shares a story from his first deployment, in 2007, to Afghanistan. On July 27, his platoon and a group of Afghan National Army soldiers were moving along the road next to the Kunar River during a squadron mission to secure the valley. The Afghan soldiers began to cross a bridge when they looked down and saw a group of enemy fighters. The massive fight that ensued would involve the other platoons of Meyer's B Troop, as well—matched up against an enemy force three times the size of their own.

Jimmy Settle is a retired Air Force Pararescueman (“PJ”) credited with saving 38 lives and assisting in saving 28 others in combat, in addition to saves in the Alaskan wilderness. He racked up over 270 combat search and rescue hours in Afghanistan, where he earned an Air Medal with Valor for his life saving heroics and a Purple Heart after being shot in the head (and returning to combat 24 hours later). Jimmy catalogues these and other near death experiences in his book, “Never Quit: From Alaska Wilderness Rescues to Afghanistan Firefights as an Elite Special Ops PJ,” where he shares the friendships, hardships, pranks, and events that changed his life, from being an elite athlete competing at the Naval Academy to completing the daunting PJ pipeline to live saving ops in the most austere environments. 5:47 - What is a PJ and the military's pararescue. 13:33 - Introduced to PJ by Chris Robertson. 19:43 - “Cardiac Event” aka the first (of many) near death experience. 27:56 - “19 year old decision” to leave the Naval Academy after invasive surgery on the heart. 30:46 - The PJ “Pipeline” of elite training, INDOC (80%+ attrition rate), Combat Divers Course, Airborne, Free Fall, SERE, Pararescue EMT and Apprenticeship. 48:05 - “Cones” aka unfortunate trainees going through the pipeline (better than a Toad, not yet a Maroon Beret). 50:17 - Covertly free climbing Fort Benning's 250' Jump Towers for a prank. 52:48 - The “Green Feet” image used by PJs, an homage to Vietnam helos. 58:13 - The first time working on a live patient (intubation) in Philadelphia in a paramedic apprentice program. 1:05:51 - The first rescue from an aircraft as a PJ in Alaska at night in the wilderness to help a woman who had an accident with an ATV, chainsaw, and a scalping. 1:09:51 - Another near death experience while training in Alaska's Cook Inlet at night. 1:27:29 - Supporting Operation Bulldog Bite in Kunar province, Afghanistan in November 2010. 1:29:21 - Another near death experience getting shot in the head. 1:36:29 - Going back into combat 24 hours after being shot in the head to rescue dozens of people. 1:48:48 - Saving two soldiers on a chopper and thinking, “This is my purpose in life.” 1:49:17 - Losing memory after getting shot in the head and how it creeped in “insidiously.” 1:53:12 - Describing the difficulty in transitioning from the service to the civilian world and the loss of identity. 1:56:36 - Living in a car in the Commissary parking lot until a senior enlisted airmen intervened. 2:02:06 - “Without hesitation” would do it again.

27JUN2010: Serving as a squad leader with C/2-327IN, SSG Eric Shaw and his men stepped out of FOB Joyce early in the morning kicking off Operation Strong Eagle. With a goal of disrupting insurgent activity in the Ghaki valley, Shaw and his men were assisting the Afghan forces in what would be the clearance of a village called Daridam. Moving on foot with a line of vehicles a distance behind them, SSG Shaw and his men moved into the deadly valley with their Afghan partners. The Ghaki was known to be an enemy stronghold with estimated enemy fighters numbering in the hundreds. As expected, as they neared the outskirts of the city, the Taliban opened fire. The initial volley of small arms and RPGs seriously wounded one Afghan Soldier while Shaw and his men sprang into action. As they sat in the open, Shaw directed his men to move back to the cover of the armored vehicles and ran forward, under fire, to pass directions to his Afghan partners. As enemy fire intensified, Shaw and his squad regrouped behind the relative cover of the vehicles when he noticed that some of the Afghans were still caught in the open. This handful of Afghan soldiers were caught in the open and taking fire from multiple sides, confused and not knowing where to go. Without hesitation, Shaw jumped up in an effort to move through the wall of enemy fire to rescue the cut off Afghan platoon. During this act, SSG Eric Shaw was hit and killed by enemy fire but his valiant effort saved the lives of that cut off Afghan platoon. For his heroic act that day, SSG Eric Shaw would be awarded, posthumously, the Distinguished Service Cross, the first in the 101st Airborne Division since the Vietnam war.

25JAN2008: Serving as a Special Forces Weapons Sergeant, SSG Robert Miller and his team were conducting a patrol through the Gowardesh Valley in eastern Afghanistan when they came into contact with 15-20 Taliban fighters. Miller, manning a Mk-19 automatic grenade launcher, engaged the enemy forces and assisted in directing air strikes to eliminate the threat. Following the engagement, Miller set off on foot as point man for a small element to conduct a battle damage assessment from the strike. As the group, moving through a deep valley, neared the strike location, enemy forces all along the hillside opened fire. Caught in an ambush from upwards of 100 Taliban fighters shooting down from covered positions, Miller and his team were stuck in the kill zone. Without hesitation or regard for his own safety, SSG Miller moved to an exposed location to lay down suppressive fire, allowing his team to exit the ambush. Maneuvering to engage the dug-in enemy forces, Miller was hit in the torso but wouldn't stop. He continued firing and pushing forward, killing at least ten enemy fighters and drawing fire from the entire force. As US and Afghan forces moved to a more defensible position, SSG Robert Miller was struck and killed by enemy fire. For sacrificing himself to allow his men to exit the kill zone, SSG Robert Miller would be awarded, posthumously, the Medal of Honor.

08SEPT2009: Serving as a part of an embedded training team in Afghanistan, Cpl. Dakota Meyer was tasked with maintaining security by a rally point as other members of his team pushed into a village named Ganjgal. Expecting to meet with village elders, the element of US and Afghan forces quickly came under intense enemy fire from an estimated 50 Taliban fighters. Hearing that the US team was cut off, Meyer and another Marine took off in a vehicle to assist. As their vehicle drew fire, Meyer manned the machine gun and hammered enemy positions despite rounds impacting all around him. Each trip into the fight, Meyer identified and helped evacuate groups of wounded or trapped Afghan soldiers. During these movements, he was in constant contact with the enemy, engaging some at point blank range. After the vehicle took too much damage to return, Meyer swapped for a new truck and went back into the fight two more times. Having already been wounded in the army, Meyer dismounted the vehicle near where he expected his cut off Marines to be. As he neared the position, he spotted a Taliban fighter attempting to drag the bodies away. After killing that fighter, Meyer began the recovery of his four fallen brothers. For saving the lives of so many Afghan and American warriors during that six hour fight, Cpl Dakota Meyer would be awarded the Medal of Honor.

For Nearly two decades America has been in war with Afghanistan. Join us with Ret. Colonel Chris Kolenda, the man who pioneered a new approach to counterinsurgency, led soldiers in successful battles against the Taliban and was later hand picked by the US government to be involved in early talks with the Taliban. We will cover the impact of the war, how it can be ended, and recent events with our military that have made headlines. Moderated by former Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson. Ret. Colonel Christopher Kolenda recently served as the Senior Advisor on Afghanistan and Pakistan to Under Secretary of Defense Michèle Flournoy, and three 4* Generals in Afghanistan. He was decorated with the Department of Defense's highest civilian award for his work on strategy. In 2007-08, he commanded an 800-solider task force in Kunar and Nuristan provinces where he pioneered an innovative approach to counterinsurgency in one of the most violent areas of the country. His unit is the only one in the history of the war to have motivated a large insurgent group to stop fighting and join the government. His advice has been adopted by three Secretaries of Defense and the President of the United States. He was selected to be the Secretary of Defense's representative in exploratory talks with the Taliban from 2010-2013. He is the only American to have fought the Taliban in combat and engaged them in high-level diplomacy. Secretary Jeh Johnson was appointed by President Obama on December 23, 2013, following confirmation by the U.S. Senate by a vote of 78-16. Between 2013 and 2017 he served as Secretary of Homeland Security. Previously, Secretary Johnson was appointed by President Obama to be General Counsel of the Department of Defense from 2009 through 2012. In that position, Johnson was one of the legal architects for the U.S. military's counter terrorism mission during President Obama's first term. To RSVP for upcoming events, visit our events page at: https://www.thecommongoodus.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

DO YOUTUBE PARA VOCÊ: convertendo nossos vídeos para PodCasts! A ‘Operação Asas Vermelhas’ (Operation Red Wings) foi uma missão de contra-terrorismo fracassada na província de Kunar, no Afeganistão, ocorrida em 27 de junho de 2005. A operação contou com a participação de 20 soldados de elite dos EUA, dos quais 12 eram SEALs. Este episódio traz uma comparação entre HISTÓRIA, CINEMA e MEMÓRIA. Trataremos de uma breve análise do livro em contrapartida ao exposto pelo diretor Peter Berg. Quer saber mais? Acesse: SITE: www.almanaquemilitar.comFACEBOOK: facebook.com/almanaquemilitarYOUTUBE: youtube.com/c/almanaquemilitarINSTAGRAM (@ almanaquemilitar ): www.instagram.com/almanaquemilitarTWITTER: twitter.com/AlmanaqueMilit1

Thanks for tuning in to TMA - Tell Me About! Listen to Sufal and Marvin speak with Jared Kunar, a Career Development & Relationship Manager at Mcmaster University, and alumni of the university himself. They talk about his own university experience, Coop opportunities, advice for students in science, love in university, managing relationships while studying and so much more. Quote of the episode for us? "I met her at a Toga Party" what does that even mean? Find out in the episode. Tune in to the episode, sit back relax, and prep for the upcoming school season by relaxing with our voices. If you're interested in being featured in one of our episodes feel free to email us at tellmeaboutofficial@gmail.com or conta

Nýlega sagði maður einn á Twitter frá þeim afleiðingum sem hann upplifði eftir ljót orð Bubba Morthens þegar hann tók þátt í Idol stjörnuleit. Á Bubbi að biðjast afsökunar?

28JUL2005: LT Michael Murphy was leading his team of four Navy SEALS as Operation Red Wing kicked off. Inserted deep into enemy territory, LT Murphy and his team were tasked with surveillance and reconnaissance of a series of buildings thought to house Taliban leadership ahead of Marine movement into the area. After a successful insertion, LT Murphy's team was discovered by a goat herder. Hoping for the best, the team released the Afghan male who promptly reported their position to the local Taliban leadership. Before long, the entire SEAL team was under heavy fire from a numerically superior enemy force. LT Murphy led his team in a valiant defense, being wounded multiple times in the process. Due to the rugged terrain, the team was unable to call for reinforcements or even alert American units of their dire situation. As enemy forces closed in on the SEALS, LT Murphy made a decision to risk his life in order to save his men. Recognizing that reinforcements were needed or they would be overrun, LT Murphy moved to an exposed position in the hopes his radio calls would be transmitted. He was right. Despite being shot multiple times while making the call, LT Murphy stayed on the line even signing off with a 'thank you'. Now mortally wounded but with reinforcements on the way, LT Michael Murphy would continue to fight until he died of his wounds. For giving his life in an attempt to save his brothers, LT Michael Murphy would be awarded, posthumously, the Medal of Honor.

In 2010 Kevin Mott's unit arrived in Afghanistan's Kunar province for a deployment that would see months of hard fighting. At one point, he was even wounded so badly—shot in the head, four fractured vertebrae, a broken leg, a torn labrum—that he was sent back to the United States for medical care. After he returned, the battalion conducted a mission aimed at clearing an area known to have a strong Taliban presence. Kevin shares the story of his platoon's heavy fighting as they worked their way toward their objective of Barawala Kalay.

Í þessum þætti ræða Kamilla og Sólbjört mikilvægi daglegrar iðkunar, aðferðir sem þær nota til að tengja sig inn á við, hvort hægt sé að stytta sér leið í andlegum vexti, áhrif hugbreytandi efna og margt fleira. Við bjóðum þér að njóta hljómanna í lok þáttar til að loka augunum og tengja þig inn á við. Hljómarnir koma frá alkemíukristalskálum sem við spiluðum á. Í leiðinni að sjálfinu ferðast Kamilla Ingibergsdóttir og Sólbjört Guðmundsdóttir um andlegar víddir, velta hlutunum fyrir sér og skoða þau verkefni sem hver sál kýs sér á lífsleiðinni. Leiðin að sjálfinu er einlæg og persónuleg nálgun á stóra verkefnið, lífið sjálft!Viltu vita meira um okkur?www.kako.iswww.ljosheimar.isKamilla á InstagramSólbjört á InstagramKamilla og Ananda á FacebookSólbjört og Ljósheimar á FacebookHljóðvinnsla fór fram í LubbaPeaceTakk fyrir að leggja við hlustir.

In this episode of The Spear, MWI's Maj. Jake Miraldi speaks to Capt. Jason Pomeroy. In 2011, he was a platoon leader in Kunar province, Afghanistan, and he joins the podcast to tell the story of Operation Strong Eagle III, a mission during to expel enemy fighters from a rugged valley that quickly turned into a grueling fight.

Paradise of Song Ahangar was a mighty swordsmith who lived in one of Afghanistan's remote eastern valleys. In time of peace he made steel ploughs, shoed horses and, above all, he sang. The songs of Ahangar, who is known by different names in various parts of Central Asia, were eagerly listened to by the people of the valleys. They came from the forests of giant walnuts trees, from the snowcapped Hindu-Kush, from Qataghan and Badakhshan, from Khanabad and Kunar, from Herat and Paghman, to hear his songs. Above all, the people came to hear the song of all songs, which was Ahangar's Song of the Valley of Paradise. This song had a haunting quality, and a strange lilt, and most of all it had a story which was so strange that people felt they knew the remote Valley of Paradise of which the smith sang. Often they asked him to sing it when he was not in the mood to do so, and he would refuse. Sometimes people asked him whether the Valley was truly real, and Ahangar could only say: "The Valley of the Song is as real as real can be." "But how do you know?" the people would ask, "Have you ever been there?" To Ahangar, and to nearly all the people who heard him, the Valley of the Song was, however, real, real as real can be. Aisha, a local maiden whom he loved, doubted whether there was such a place. So, too, did Hasan, a braggart and fearsome swordsman who swore to marry Aisha, and who lost no opportunity of laughing at the smith. One day, when the villagers were sitting around silently after Ahangar had been telling his tale to them, Hasan spoke: "If you believe that this valley is so real, and that it is, as you say, in those mountains of Sangan yonder, where the blue haze rises, why do you not try to find it?". "It would not be right, I know that," said Ahangar. "You know what it is convenient to know, and do not know what you do not want to know!" shouted Hasan. "Now, my friend, I propose a test. You love Aisha, but she does not trust you. She has no faith in this absurd Valley of yours. You could never marry her, because when there is no confidence between man and wife, they are not happy and all manner of evils result." "Do you expect me to go to the valley, then?" asked Ahangar. "Yes," said Hasan and all the audience together. "If I go and return safely, will Aisha consent to marry me?" asked Ahangar. "Yes," murmured Aisha. So Ahangar, collecting some dried mulberries and a scrap of bread, set off for the distant mountains. He climbed and climbed, until he came to a wall which encircled the entire range. When he had ascended its sheer sides, there was another wall, even more precipitous then the first. After that there was a third, then a fourth, and finally a fifth wall. Descending on the other side, Ahangar found that he was in a valley, strikingly similar to his own. People came out to welcome him, and as he saw them, Ahangar realized that something very strange was happening. Months later, Ahangar the Smith, walking like an old man, limped into his native village, and made for his humble hut. As word of his return spread throughout the countryside, people gathered in front of his home to hear what his adventures had been. Hasan the swordsman spoke for them all, and called Ahangar to his window. There was a gasp as everyone saw how old he had become. "Well, Master Ahangar, and did you reach the Valley of Paradise?" "I did." "And what was it like?" Ahangar, fumbling for his words, looked at the assembled people with a weariness and hopelessness that he had never felt before. He said: "I climbed and I climbed, and I climbed. When it seemed as though there could be no human habitation in such a desolate place, and after many trials and disappointments, I came upon a valley. This valley was exactly like the one in which we live. And then I saw the people. Those people are not only like us people: they are the same people.For every Hasan, every Aisha, every Ahangar, every anybody whom we have here, there is another one, exactly the same in that valley." "These are likenesses and reflections to us, when we see such things. But it is we who are the likeness and reflection of them -- we who are here, we are their twins..." Everyone thought that Ahangar had gone mad through his privations, and Aisha married Hasan the swordsman. Ahangar rapidly grew old and died. And all the people, every one who had heard this story from the lips of Ahangar, first lost heart in their lives, then grew old and died, for they felt that something was going to happen over which they had no control and from which they had no hope, and so they lost interest in life itself. It is only once in a thousand years that this secret is seen by man. When he sees it, he is changed. When he tells its bare facts to others, they wither and die out. People think that such an event is a catastrophe, and so they must not know about it, for they cannot understand [such is the nature of their ordinary life] that they have more selves than one, more hopes than one, more chances than one -- up there, in the Paradise of the Song of Ahangar, the mighty smith.

The only comprehensive, firsthand account of the 13-hour firefight at the Battle of Keating, by Medal of Honor recipient Clinton Romesha, for listeners of Black Hawk Down by Mark Bowden and Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell."'It doesn't get better.' To us, that phrase nailed one of the essential truths, maybe even the essential truth, about being stuck at an outpost whose strategic and tactical vulnerabilities were so glaringly obvious to every soldier who had ever set foot in that place that the name itself - Keating - had become a kind of backhanded joke."In 2009 Clinton Romesha of Red Platoon and the rest of the Black Knight Troop were preparing to shut down Command Outpost Keating, the most remote and inaccessible in a string of bases built by the US military in Nuristan and Kunar in the hope of preventing Taliban insurgents from moving freely back and forth between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Three years after Keating's construction, the army was finally ready to concede what the men on the ground had known immediately: It was simply too isolated and too dangerous to defend.On October 3, 2009, after years of constant smaller attacks, the Taliban finally decided to throw everything they had at Keating. The ensuing 13-hour battle - and eventual victory - cost eight men their lives.Red Platoon is the riveting firsthand account of the Battle of Keating, told by Romesha, who spearheaded both the defense of the outpost and the counterattack that drove the Taliban back beyond the wire and received the Medal of Honor for his actions.

The only comprehensive, firsthand account of the 13-hour firefight at the Battle of Keating, by Medal of Honor recipient Clinton Romesha, for listeners of Black Hawk Down by Mark Bowden and Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell."'It doesn't get better.' To us, that phrase nailed one of the essential truths, maybe even the essential truth, about being stuck at an outpost whose strategic and tactical vulnerabilities were so glaringly obvious to every soldier who had ever set foot in that place that the name itself - Keating - had become a kind of backhanded joke."In 2009 Clinton Romesha of Red Platoon and the rest of the Black Knight Troop were preparing to shut down Command Outpost Keating, the most remote and inaccessible in a string of bases built by the US military in Nuristan and Kunar in the hope of preventing Taliban insurgents from moving freely back and forth between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Three years after Keating's construction, the army was finally ready to concede what the men on the ground had known immediately: It was simply too isolated and too dangerous to defend.On October 3, 2009, after years of constant smaller attacks, the Taliban finally decided to throw everything they had at Keating. The ensuing 13-hour battle - and eventual victory - cost eight men their lives.Red Platoon is the riveting firsthand account of the Battle of Keating, told by Romesha, who spearheaded both the defense of the outpost and the counterattack that drove the Taliban back beyond the wire and received the Medal of Honor for his actions.

Reykvíkingar dagsins í dag ljá Reykvíkingum frá árinu 1918 rödd sína og lesa valda texta frá því ári. Í þessum þætti les Sturla Sigurðarson, tónlistarmaður, starfsmaður hjá Bíóparadís og aðstoðarmaður hjá NPA miðstöðinni úr bréfi Jóns Jónssonar Víðis, landmælingamanns til Benedits Jónssonar frá Auðnum. R1918 er samstarfsverkefni Listahátíðar í Reykjavík, Landsbókasafnsins og RÚV. Textavinna: Landsbókasafn Íslands-Háskólabókasafn og Bjarni Jónsson.

Event recording from 09/05/2017 STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP AT NORMANDY: LESSONS ON INTELLECTUAL COURAGE This event will build upon Christopher Kolenda's research on strategic leadership in Iraq and Afghanistan for his doctoral dissertation. Chris will examine the role of intellectual courage during the Normandy campaign and draw lessons for today's leaders in academia, non-profit, business, military and government sectors. Chris is the senior military Fellow at King’s College in London, England, where he teaches strategy in contemporary conflicts to graduate students. He remains in engaged on national security strategy and issues as a Senior Fellow at the Center for New American Security and the Center for Global Policy, and a member of the Board of Advisors for the Truman National Security Project. Chris Kolenda's leadership in combat is featured in New York Times Bestsellers, "The Outpost" by Jake Tapper and "Stones into Schools" by Greg Mortenson as well as articles in The Wall Street Journal, the Economist, and The Washington Post. Chris led over 1,000 American and Afghan soldiers in the highly dangerous Kunar and Nuristan provinces. He became the only American commander who persuaded a major insurgent group to stop fighting and eventually join the government. Since then Chris served as senior advisor in Afghanistan to Generals McChrystal, Petraeus, and Dunford, and in Washington, D.C. to Undersecretaries of Defense Michèle Flournoy and James Miller. He was decorated by Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel with the Department’s highest civilian medal for his work on strategy.

I juni 2005 skulle amerikanska Navy Seals försöka döda eller tillfångata talibanledaren Ahmad Shah i afghanska Kunar-provinsen. Redan på spaningsstadiet sprack planen och det slutade i en katastrof för den amerikanska militären med 19 stupade på en dag.  

“Sleep deprivation during military deployment is archaic, harmful and institutionally unavoidable. It may aggravate, and even cause, PTSD in veterans returning from combat. Why’s it taking so long for military brass to take action?” – Peter S. Green, journalist Award-winning journalist Peter S. Green investigated sleep deprivation during military deployment and how “circadian scarring” among our troops may aggravate, and even cause, PTSD in veterans returning from combat. Green asks, “Why is it taking so long for military brass to take action?” During today’s show our guest, Miguel Reece, Retired US Air Force Major and former VA civil servant, will address this and other related issues that are adversely affecting our servicemen and servicewomen while on and returning from deployment. A case study: U.S. Army Corporal Sean Bedingfield Through the long summer of 2008, U.S. Army Corporal Sean Bedingfield led a fire team at a dust-choked combat operations post in the craggy terrain of Kunar province in northeastern Afghanistan. His platoon was five men short of its full 32-person complement, and would catch incoming fire several times a day from Taliban insurgents in the surrounding hills. Full-day patrols sent Bedingfield and his squad 3,000 feet or more up into the mountains, and another 3,000 feet back down to their camp. At night, they stood watch to ward off insurgents. Often, they’d double-staff the watchtowers to ensure no one fell asleep. “If one guy dozed, the other’s job was to slap him around to wake him up,” Bedingfield said. This special report is available for free as a download as a PDF or an ebook on the iTunes store.  (Click here: http://j.mp/1kINjI8.)

Piece covers a rally that was held in Kabul to support members of the Afghan National Security Forces. It includes shots of the crowd standing the rain. Some are holding banners, others are punching the air with their fists. The protest was organized after an attack on an Afghan army base in Kunar in the east of Afghanistan that left 21 soldiers dead. Also available in high definition

Soldiers from Echo Troop 2-17 Cavalry man a forward air refueling point in eastern Afghanistan.

A Co 2/35 take part in a mission to send goods to the Nuristan province's local citizens and to resupply Afghan national police stations. Also available in high definition

Multimedia on a patrol high up in Chowkay District's Dewegal Valley in eastern Afghanistan's Kunar Province. Insurgents were mortaring Combat Outpost Fortress and orchestrating their attacks on International Security Assistance Forces and civilians alike from the valley. The Soldiers from Bayonet Company, 2nd Battalion, 327th Infantry Regiment, Task Force No Slack intended to break this habit Mar. 13. The commander said contact was 85% percent likely. Produced by Sgt. 1st Class Mark Burrell. Also available in High Definition.

US teenager Hyder Akbar travels to Afghanistan to the province of Kunar, where his family is from and where his father is working as governor. In this audio diary, Hyder has amazing access to all sorts of things few reporters get to see (Broadcast 2004)

This edition features stories on Soldiers constructing and establishing an observation post in a key strategic area in Afghanistan's Kunar province and a Soldier establishing and growing a poker program benefiting Soldiers. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Trevor Pedro.