Number: RL32758
Title: U.S. Military Operations in the Global War on Terrorism: Afghanistan, Africa, the Philippines, and Colombia
Authors: Andrew Feickert, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: U.S. military operations as part of the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) began on October 7, 2001 and continue today. The military component is just one aspect in this endeavor which also involves diplomacy, intelligence, law enforcement, and financial efforts intended to defeat terrorists around the world. This report focuses on U.S. military operations in four areas  Afghanistan, Africa, the Philippines, and Colombia  although the U.S. military is likely engaged in a variety of activities in other countries or regions that are considered part of the GWOT by the Administration.
Pages: 25
Date: January 20, 2006