Who is ISAF commander?

Who is ISAF commander?

General John Campbell
KABUL: The United States Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel in a press statement on Tuesday announced the change of command between General Joe Dunford and General John Campbell as commander of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan.

Did NATO go into Afghanistan?

NATO Allies went into Afghanistan after the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States, to ensure that the country does not again become a safe haven for international terrorists to attack the homelands of NATO member countries. The focus was on Special Operations Forces and the Afghan Air Force.

What does ISAF stand for?

ISAF was a NATO-led security mission in Afghanistan, established by the United Nations in 2001. Its main purpose was to train the Afghan forces and assist in rebuilding government institutions.

When was ISAF established?

December 20, 2001
International Security Assistance Force/Founded
On December 20, 2001, the United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1386 authorized the establishment of an International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) for Afghanistan, responding to the request of Afghan authorities on December 14, 2001.

When was ISAF formed?

The Development of ISAF On December 20, 2001, the United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1386 authorized the establishment of an International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) for Afghanistan, responding to the request of Afghan authorities on December 14, 2001.

Who is the current commander of Afghanistan?

On July 23, 2014, Campbell was confirmed by the United States Senate to succeed General Joseph Dunford as commander International Security Assistance Force and United States Forces —Afghanistan. Campbell was succeeded by General John W. Nicholson Jr., on March 2, 2016, and retired on May 1, 2016.

What is ISAF soldier?

ISAF stands for International Security Assistance Force. The United States had 28,970 men deployed for the ISAF. The total number of ISAF soldiers amounted to 41,204 in 2014.

What is joint command organization?

Joint Forces Command comprises the following organisations and components. Based at Northwood Headquarters , the Commander Joint Forces Command brings coherence to the delivery of joint effect by managing, delivering and championing joint capabilities to support success of military operations.

What is the United States Joint Forces Command?

United States Joint Forces Command ( USJFCOM) was a Unified Combatant Command of the United States Department of Defense. USJFCOM was a functional command that provided specific services to the military.