US launches major offensive against Taliban - Times

Thousands of U.S. Marines stormed into an Afghan river valley by helicopter and land early today, launching the biggest military offensive of Barack Obama's presidency with an assault deep into Taliban territory. US launches major offensive against Taliban Times Online
آغاز عملیات گسترده ارتش آمریکا در هلمند

Troops strike area held by Taliban Los Angeles Times
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