Mattis, Dunford to brief Senate panel on Afghanistan

KABUL (Pajhwok): The US Senate's Armed Services Committee will be briefed today (Tuesday) on President Trump’s new Afghan strategy.

Secretary of Defense James Mattis and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph Dunford will brief lawmakers on the policy

In August, Trump rolled out his strategy for South Asian, including Afghanistan. Analysts continue to highlight its impact on peace and stability in the region.

While unveiling his plan, Trump assailed Pakistan for aiding certain extremist groups. However, Islamabad has rejected allegation of harboring terrorists.

During today’s hearing, one online magazine reported, senators would be pressing the top officialss for more details about the new Afghan strategy.

The Hill reported loopholes in the new plan, including sketchy details. The question as to how the strategy would avoid stoking conflict between Pakistan and India remains unanswered.

The US seeks greater Indian involvement in the conflict-devastated country, something that has drawn an angrey response from Pakitsan.

PAN Monitor/mud