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Summer of Decision in Afghanistan
Period in 2009 when U.S. and NATO reassessed strategy and considered troop surges in Afghanistan.
Clip: Frontline: Obama's War (Oct 13, 2009)
Documentary segment highlighting decisions on troop levels and counterinsurgency strategy.
Key issues in summer of 2009
Troop levels, Taliban resurgence, Afghan government weaknesses, and public support for war.
Options considered
Troop surge, counterinsurgency focus, increased Afghan-Pakistan coordination, or partial withdrawal.
Outcome
Obama decided on a troop surge with population-centric counterinsurgency strategy to stabilize Afghanistan.