In Afghanistan, a drive to lure Taliban with jobs, security
Los Angeles Times - Mon Nov 23, 3:14 am ETThe aim is to persuade Taliban foot soldiers to put down arms in exchange for jobs and protection from militants. The drive will be modeled on the 'Sons of Iraq' initiative that helped calm Iraq. The Afghan government and the U.S. military have begun a fledgling drive to lure Taliban foot soldiers away from the battlefield by offering them job opportunities and protection, diplomats and military ...
