News from Jalalabad

There was an attack on an ISAF/Coalition forces convoy today near the city of Jalalabad. Story here. J-bad is situated near the Afghanistan-Pakistan border and is the scene of regular cross-border violence. This is the region of the famous Kyber Pass which has seen warriors and invaders since the days of Alexander the Great. It is poppy growing/cultivation season in that part of the country and there are regular demonstrations against the eradication programs aimed at curbing the narco-economy of this nation.

A short note to let you know that I am well and was not involved.