A local waits to have his camel treated during a village
A local waits to have his camel treated during a village veterinarian outreach program event in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Jan. 10. Afghan paraveterinarians and Afghan National Army Speci... More
An Afghan Uniformed Police member checks Afghan Local
An Afghan Uniformed Police member checks Afghan Local Police (ALP) weapons for accountability during ALP pay day in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 24. ALP complement counterinsurgency ... More
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member shows off his
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member shows off his certificate during a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Jan. 29. ALP candidates undergo a three-week course which covers... More
An Afghan Uniformed Policeman looks at a rifle before
An Afghan Uniformed Policeman looks at a rifle before issuing it to an Afghan Local Police (ALP) member after a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates ... More
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic applies deworming medication orally to sheep with help from a boy during a village veterinarian outreach program event in Maiwand district, Kandahar province... More
Afghan National Army Commandos from the 3rd Special
Afghan National Army Commandos from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak set security during a village clearing operation in Zharay district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 16. Coalition forces are conductin... More
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic prepares to vaccinate a camel during a village veterinarian outreach program event in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Jan. 10. Afghan parav... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates stand in formation
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates stand in formation during their graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates undergo a three-week course which covers ba... More
An Afghan National Army Commando from the 3rd Special
An Afghan National Army Commando from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak questions a villager during a village clearing operation in Zharay district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 16. Coalition forces are... More
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic,
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic, middle, vaccinates a camel with help from paraveterinarians during a village veterinarian outreach program event in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, Afg... More
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic,
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic, middle, vaccinates a camel with help from paraveterinarians during a village veterinarian outreach program event in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, Afg... More
Afghan Local Police candidates practice moving as a
Afghan Local Police candidates practice moving as a group during training in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Oct. 20. The candidates undergo a three-week course which covers basic marksmansh... More
Children sit by an Afghan Local Police checkpoint in
Children sit by an Afghan Local Police checkpoint in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 6. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and supporting rural areas with limited Afg... More
An Afghan National Army Commando from the 3rd Special
An Afghan National Army Commando from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak finishes searching a room during a village clearing operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 14. Coalition Force... More
An Afghan National Army commando from the 3rd Special
An Afghan National Army commando from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak scans the horizon during a village clearing operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 14. Coalition Forces are co... More
Afghan National Army Commandos from the 3rd Special
Afghan National Army Commandos from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak enter a room during a village clearing operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 14. Coalition Forces are conductin... More
District Chief of Police Abdul Samad addresses a class
District Chief of Police Abdul Samad addresses a class of Afghan Local Police members during their graduation at Belambai village in Panjwai district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 22. ALP complement cou... More
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member mans a blocking
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member mans a blocking position during a village clearing operation by coalition forces and Afghan Commandos near Belambai village in Panjwai district, Kandahar province, Afghanista... More
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic applies deworming medication orally to sheep during a village veterinarian outreach program event in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Jan. 1... More
An Afghan National Army Commando from the 3rd Special
An Afghan National Army Commando from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak takes a break during a village clearing operation in Zharay district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 16. Coalition forces are conduc... More
A coalition forces member collects biometric information
A coalition forces member collects biometric information from an Afghan Local Police member to ensure his legitimacy in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 4. ALP complement counterinsurgen... More
Villagers examine a radio and literacy book given to
Villagers examine a radio and literacy book given to them during a meeting in Panjwai district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 21. Villagers met to discuss governance and development issues at Belambai vi... More
An Afghan National Army commando from the 3rd Special
An Afghan National Army commando from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak finishes searching a room during a village clearing operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 14. Coalition Force... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members talk to a villager
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members talk to a villager at Belambai village in Panjwai district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 23. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and supporting rural ... More
Afghan Local Police members talk during a meeting to
Afghan Local Police members talk during a meeting to address security concerns in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 6. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and supporting... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members receive their monthly
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members receive their monthly salary from Ministry of Interior trusted agents in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 24. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts b... More
An Afghan Uniformed Policeman issues an Afghan Local
An Afghan Uniformed Policeman issues an Afghan Local Police (ALP) member a rifle after a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates undergo a three-week co... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members wait to receive their
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members wait to receive their monthly salary in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 24. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and supporting rural ... More
Afghan National Army Commandos from the 3rd Special
Afghan National Army Commandos from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak enter a compound during a village clearing operation in Zharay district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 15. Coalition forces are condu... More
An Afghan Uniformed Policeman looks at a rifle before
An Afghan Uniformed Policeman looks at a rifle before issuing it to an Afghan Local Police (ALP) member after a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates ... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates try on their new
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates try on their new boots before their graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates undergo a three-week course which cover... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members wait to receive their
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members wait to receive their monthly salary in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 24. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and supporting rural ... More
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member defends a checkpoint
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member defends a checkpoint under construction at Belambai village in Panjwai district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 23. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assistin... More
District Governor Haji Faizal Mohammad administers
District Governor Haji Faizal Mohammad administers an oath to Afghan Local Police members during their graduation at Belambai village in Panjwai district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 22. ALP complement... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates practice body
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates practice body search techniques at a Coalition Forces site in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Oct. 14, 2012. The candidates undergo a three-week course w... More
A coalition forces member gives a vest to an Afghan
A coalition forces member gives a vest to an Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidate before a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates undergo a three-week c... More
Afghan Local Police members clap during their graduation
Afghan Local Police members clap during their graduation at Belambai village in Panjwai district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 22. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and supporting ru... More
An Afghan Local Police candidate practices making a
An Afghan Local Police candidate practices making a pressure dressing at a coalition forces site in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Oct. 15, 2012. The candidates undergo a three-week course ... More
An Afghan Local Police member rests a cup of tea on
An Afghan Local Police member rests a cup of tea on his rifle during a meeting to address security concerns in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 6. ALP complement counterinsurgency effort... More
An Afghan National Army Commando from the 3rd Special
An Afghan National Army Commando from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak carries bolt cutters while searching a compound during a village clearing operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, No... More
An Afghan Uniformed Policeman issues an Afghan Local
An Afghan Uniformed Policeman issues an Afghan Local Police (ALP) member a rifle after a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates undergo a three-week co... More
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic applies deworming medication orally to a donkey during a village veterinarian outreach program event in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Jan... More
A coalition forces member collects biometric information
A coalition forces member collects biometric information from an Afghan Local Police member to ensure his legitimacy in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 4. ALP complement counterinsurgen... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members examine blankets,
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members examine blankets, jackets and first aid kits issued for the upcoming winter season in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 17. ALP complement counterinsurge... More
Afghan Local Police members celebrate after their graduation
Afghan Local Police members celebrate after their graduation at Belambai village in Panjwai district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 22. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and supportin... More
A coalition forces member picks up a cup of tea during
A coalition forces member picks up a cup of tea during a meeting with Afghan Local Police to address security concerns in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 6. ALP complement counterinsurg... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members wait to receive their
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members wait to receive their monthly salary in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 24. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and supporting rural ... More
A rifle hangs on a wall at an Afghan Local Police checkpoint
A rifle hangs on a wall at an Afghan Local Police checkpoint in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 6. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and supporting rural areas with ... More
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic,
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic, middle, vaccinates a camel with help from paraveterinarians during a village veterinarian outreach program event in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, Afg... More
A coalition forces member collects biometric information
A coalition forces member collects biometric information from an Afghan Local Police member to ensure his legitimacy in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 4. ALP complement counterinsurgen... More
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidate provides security
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidate provides security while another candidate practices body search techniques at a coalition forces site in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Oct. 14, 2012.... More
An Afghan National Army Commando from the 3rd Special
An Afghan National Army Commando from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak searches a villager during a village clearing operation in Zharay district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 15. Coalition forces are ... More
Villagers meet to discuss governance and development
Villagers meet to discuss governance and development issues at Belambai village and several surrounding villages in Panjwai district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 21. Villagers attending the meeting rec... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members wait to receive their
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members wait to receive their monthly salary in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 24. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and supporting rural ... More
A village leader puts a patch on an Afghan Local Police
A village leader puts a patch on an Afghan Local Police member's uniform and hands him his identification card during graduation at Belambai village in Panjwai district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 22.... More
An Afghan Uniformed Police member checks Afghan Local
An Afghan Uniformed Police member checks Afghan Local Police (ALP) weapons for accountability during ALP pay day in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 24. ALP complement counterinsurgency ... More
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member receives a certificate
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member receives a certificate during a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates undergo a three-week course which covers bas... More
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member receives a certificate
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member receives a certificate during a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates undergo a three-week course which covers bas... More
An Afghan Local Police member mans his post at a checkpoint
An Afghan Local Police member mans his post at a checkpoint in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 6. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and supporting rural areas with l... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates practice body
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates practice body search techniques at a coalition forces site in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Oct. 14, 2012. The candidates undergo a three-week course w... More
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidate tries on his
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidate tries on his new boots before a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates undergo a three-week course which covers ... More
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member searches a villager
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member searches a villager during a patrol at Belambai village in Panjwai district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 23. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting an... More
An Afghan Uniformed Police member checks Afghan Local
An Afghan Uniformed Police member checks Afghan Local Police (ALP) weapons for accountability during ALP pay day in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 24. ALP complement counterinsurgency ... More
An Afghan Uniformed Policeman issues an Afghan Local
An Afghan Uniformed Policeman issues an Afghan Local Police (ALP) member a rifle after a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates undergo a three-week co... More
An Afghan Uniformed Policeman compares the serial on
An Afghan Uniformed Policeman compares the serial on a rifle with an ID card before issuing it to an Afghan Local Police (ALP) member after a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghan... More
An Afghan Uniformed Policeman issues an Afghan Local
An Afghan Uniformed Policeman issues an Afghan Local Police (ALP) member a rifle after a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates undergo a three-week co... More
An Afghan National Army commando from the 3rd Special
An Afghan National Army commando from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak scans the horizon during a village clearing operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 14. Coalition Forces are co... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members work together to
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members work together to build a checkpoint at Belambai village in Panjwai district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 23. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and ... More
Afghan National Army commandos from the 3rd Special
Afghan National Army commandos from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak search a room during a village clearing operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 14. Coalition Forces are conducti... More
An Afghan National Army Commando from the 3rd Special
An Afghan National Army Commando from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak stands outside a compound during a village clearing operation in Zharay district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 15. Coalition force... More
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic applies deworming medication orally to sheep during a village veterinarian outreach program event in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Jan. 1... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates stand in formation
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates stand in formation during their graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates undergo a three-week course which covers ba... More
Afghan National Army Commandos from the 3rd Special
Afghan National Army Commandos from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak search a room during a village clearing operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 14. Coalition Forces are conducti... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates stand in formation
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates stand in formation during District Governor Shah Mohammad's keynote speech at their graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP ca... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates stand in formation
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates stand in formation during District Governor Shah Mohammad's keynote speech at their graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP ca... More
An Afghan Local Police member stands his post at a
An Afghan Local Police member stands his post at a checkpoint in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 6. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and supporting rural areas with... More
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member holds a certificate
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member holds a certificate during a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates undergo a three-week course which covers basic ... More
An Afghan National Army Commando from the 3rd Special
An Afghan National Army Commando from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak guards an intersection during a village clearing operation in Zharay district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 16. Coalition forces a... More
Local television stations interview an Afghan Local
Local television stations interview an Afghan Local Police (ALP) member during a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates undergo a three-week course whi... More
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidate tries on his
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidate tries on his new boots before a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates undergo a three-week course which covers... More
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member carries issued
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) member carries issued first aid kits in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 17. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and supporting rural areas... More
A coalition forces member gives a vest to an Afghan
A coalition forces member gives a vest to an Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidate before a graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 3. ALP candidates undergo a three-week c... More
An Afghan National Army commando from the 3rd Special
An Afghan National Army commando from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak searches a compound during a village clearing operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 14. Coalition Forces are ... More
A paraveterinarian prepares a syringe before vaccinating
A paraveterinarian prepares a syringe before vaccinating livestock during a village veterinarian outreach program event in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Jan. 10. Afghan paraveterinarians and... More
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidate practices basic
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidate practices basic rifle marksmanship at a coalition forces site in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Oct. 16, 2012. The candidates undergo a three-week cou... More
Afghan National Army commandos from the 3rd Special
Afghan National Army commandos from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak work together to move to a security position on a roof during a village clearing operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Afghanista... More
Afghan Local Police candidates search a Coalition Forces
Afghan Local Police candidates search a Coalition Forces member during training in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Oct. 17. The candidates undergo a three-week course which covers basic mark... More
Local leaders talk during an Afghan Local Police nomination
Local leaders talk during an Afghan Local Police nomination meeting at a village in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 28. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and support... More
Coalition forces members attend a meeting between villagers
Coalition forces members attend a meeting between villagers to discuss governance and development issues at Belambai village and several surrounding villages in Panjwai district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan,... More
Local leaders talk during an Afghan Local Police nomination
Local leaders talk during an Afghan Local Police nomination meeting at a village in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 28. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and support... More
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic applies deworming medication orally to a donkey during a village veterinarian outreach program event in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Jan... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates practice marksmanship
Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidates practice marksmanship techniques in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Jan. 16. ALP complement counterinsurgency efforts by assisting and supporting rural a... More
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidate carries a recently
An Afghan Local Police (ALP) candidate carries a recently issued uniform to a changing room before his graduation ceremony in Arghandab district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Jan. 29. ALP candidates undergo ... More
Afghan National Army Commandos from the 3rd Special
Afghan National Army Commandos from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak search a compound with a local villager during a village clearing operation in Zharay district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Dec. 15. Coa... More
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic
An Afghan National Army Special Forces (ANASF) medic applies deworming medication orally to sheep during a village veterinarian outreach program event in Maiwand district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Jan. 1... More
Afghan National Army Commandos from the 3rd Special
Afghan National Army Commandos from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak search a room during a village clearing operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 14. Coalition Forces are conducti... More
Afghan National Army commandos from the 3rd Special
Afghan National Army commandos from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak work together to climb onto a roof during a village clearing operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 14. Coalitio... More
An Afghan National Army commando from the 3rd Special
An Afghan National Army commando from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak mans an over-watch position on a roof during a village clearing operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 14. Coa... More
An Afghan National Army commando from the 3rd Special
An Afghan National Army commando from the 3rd Special Operations Kandak mans an over-watch position on a roof during a village clearing operation in Ghorak district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, Nov. 14. Coa... More
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members man a blocking position
Afghan Local Police (ALP) members man a blocking position during a village clearing operation by coalition forces and Afghan Commandos near Belambai village in Panjwai district, Kandahar province, Afghanistan, ... More