The U.S.is expected to have by the end of this year, but that may increase if General Stanley McChrystal asks for additional troops, and President Obama approves it.

VOA: standard.2009.09.09

The key is we fight the same war now,". Still,even with the increased U.S.commitment, the expected increase in NATO forces and the new emphasis on developing Afghan forces, General McChrystal told his troops there is a long, difficult fight ahead.

VOA: standard.2009.12.03