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| Uruzgan Ready for Transition But Remote Districts Remain a Concern: Matiullah |
| 2012-06-06 |
| [Tolo News] Security officials in Afghanistan's southern Uruzgan province say the Afghan forces are ready for the security transition from foreign troops, but have raised concerns over the lack of capable police in some parts of the province. Provincial police chief Matiullah said that while the overall situation in the province has improved, he stressed that he may face major problems during the transition if there is not a substantial increase in the number of police across the mountainous regions of the province. He also added that because Uruzgan is a big province, turban activity has more scope compared to other provinces in region. However, ars longa, vita brevis... Matiullah said the Afghan and Isaf forces are launching regular operations to upset turban activity in the area and it does seem to be effective. He noted that the Taliban appeared to be losing their ability to fight face to face with the Afghan cops, resorting to planting more bombs instead. Uruzgan borders Zabul and Kandahar province, which also have high rates of turban activity. |
| Posted by:Fred |