Afghanistan, March 1 -- The U.S. Department of Defense has announced that the Trump administration has reduced restrictions on U.S. commanders regarding airstrikes on targets deemed hostile to the country. This move allows commanders greater autonomy in responding to threats.
On February 28, U.S. Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, confirmed the reports of lifting airstrike restrictions and granting new authorities to military commanders in combat zones. This policy change aims to give military leaders more flexibility in executing operations.
According to the Washington Post, commanders will now be able to carry out airstrikes on hostile targets without seeking high-level approval, marking a significant shift in U.S. military policy. Thi...