U.S. trainer numbers declining in Afghanistan drawdown

In this June 19 photo, Afghan soldiers and a policeman prepare for a mock ambush as part of a training exercise at the U.S. Marine-run Joint Sustainment Academy, Camp Leatherneck in Helmand, south of Kabul, Afghanistan.

CAMP LEATHERNECK, Afghanistan (AP) — For today’s drill, an instructor explains, the Taliban will be played by U.S. Marines, and the “village” will be just down from the driving practice loop.

An Afghan police officer uses a stick to point out targets to his tea...

Published: 07/03/2012