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The article features the Haqqani network, another source of opposition to the Americans in Afghanistan after the Islamic militant Talibans. The confrontation with the group is said to undermine the flaws inherent in the U.S. strategy to rid Afghanistan of terrorism and establish democracy. The author points at the policy to support rebel groups resisting Soviet influence, not declaring Haqqani as a serious threat and the U.S.'s confrontational attitude as some of the flaws in U.S. policy.

The article discusses the use of drone attacks and night raids by the U.S. and its allies in combating al-Qaeda and the Taliban. It notes that the tactics indicate an ability to adapt procedure to realities. It criticizes the failure of the U.S. to create a strategy that would end the war in Afghanistan. Particular focus is given to the impact of the use of drones on the face of warfare. The debate on whether or not the use of predator and reaper drones is good for mankind is also addressed.

The author reflects on the possibility of ending insurgency and defeating the Taliban in Afghanistan as of July 14, 2011. He suggests giving the primary role of rebuilding political and financial oversight to the Afghan government, in order to rebuild civilian confidence in its ability to govern. He explains that civilians will put passive trust in the insurgency and Taliban shadow governments as a result of fraud and laundering schemes involving major government officials. He criticizes the overreliance of the government on the military.

The author assesses the speech of U.S. President Barack Obama that called for withdrawal of U.S. troops in Afghanistan from 2011 to 2012. The author mentions the right points made by Obama on his speech including the success of U.S. military missions, training Afghan security forces, and promoting a civil and democratic society in Afghanistan, which have been the main goals of U.S. forces in the country. The author mentioned mistakes Obama made including withdrawal of 33,000 troops by 2012, which can lead to security risks in Afghanistan.

The article discusses the plans of the U.S. to withdraw troops from Afghanistan. It highlights a CBS poll showing 64 percent of Americans in favor of decreasing the number of troops. It mentions the support of U.S. lawmakers and even mayors in favor of a military drawdown in July 2011. It discusses the advice of exiting Defense Secretary Robert Gates to U.S. President Barack Obama to exercise restraint in removing only 3-5,000 troops in July 2011. It advises Americans to consider whether the U.S. armed forces are helping or hindering Afghanistan.