The Operators: The Wild And Terrifying Inside Story Of America’s War In Afghanistan - Plot & Excerpts
The block in the back of the hotel is closed off, lined with black SUVs and crew-cut security guards with earpieces and concealed pistols. The entranceway has a large tent extending from it, a sniper shield, to block the visibility of seeing when Karzai arrives and leaves. This is Karzai’s make-up tour. A month earlier, he’d threatened to join the Taliban after NSC chief James Jones had told reporters publicly that the White House was cracking down on Karzai’s corruption. That didn’t sit well with Hamid—he throws a fit. The White House backs away—this week, his first visit to the capital since Obama became president, is a way to smooth things over. To mark the new beginning of what Hillary Clinton will call a “long-term partner” and a “friend.” McChrystal’s team has packed in a tight schedule for Karzai, and they’re getting pushback from the White House. McChrystal wants to bring Karzai to Fort Campbell, Kentucky, where he can visit with troops who are preparing to go to Afghanistan.
What do You think about The Operators: The Wild And Terrifying Inside Story Of America’s War In Afghanistan?
