Events at a Glance
THE ATTACK
U.S., Britain launch 50 cruise missiles; U.S. deploys 40 aircraft. Forces target Afghan air bases, antiaircraft guns, command-and-control centers and terrorist camps.
THE GOALS
Allies want to seize control of the skies over Afghanistan, sow division within the ranks of the Taliban, disrupt terrorist operations and bolster the regime’s foes.
THE OUTREACH
Food, medicine and leaflets are dropped for civilians in effort to win hearts and minds. White House consults allies. Secretary of State plans to visit Pakistan and India.
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