Inhofe Leads Delegation to Kuwait and Afghanistan

Press Release

U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), led a delegation of Senate and House members to Kuwait and Afghanistan. The delegation included Sen. Enzi, Sen. Boozman, Sen. Capito and Congressman Walberg. In Kuwait, the delegation met with Lieutenant General Funk and leadership from Operation Inherent Resolve where they discussed the ongoing military operations in Iraq and Syria.

Left: Sen. Inhofe and the delegation are briefed on Army Prepositioned Stocks in Kuwait.

Right: Sen. Inhofe visits with Oklahomans assigned to Operation Inherent Resolve.

"The roundtable discussion with our military leadership about counter-ISIS operations in Iraq and Syria clearly outlined the positive steps forward we've made in the region," Inhofe said. "It is clear that we've made real progress in partner capacity building. Yet, the discussion also underscored the importance curbing Iran's destabilizing efforts in the region."

In Afghanistan, the delegation met with General John Nicholson, the commander for U.S. Forces Afghanistan, U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan John Bass and members of 1-180th Calvary Regiment.

Left: Sen. Inhofe visits with members of the Oklahoma Army National Guard..

Right: The delegation with Gen. John Nicholson.

"Last year, President Trump reemphasized America's commitment to Afghanistan and the military personnel serving there in his new South Asia strategy. After speaking with service members and Gen. Nicholson, it is clear that we have made progress under the new approach, but need to remain clear-eyed about Pakistan's continued support for the Taliban insurgency." Inhofe said. "I appreciate the strong leadership of Gen. Nicholson and his commitment to victory in Afghanistan and to ensuring peace and stability for the Afghan people. I also valued the opportunity to spend time with members of the Oklahoma Army National Guard currently serving in Afghanistan and thank them for their service."

"Having the chance to speak directly with our military leadership about the military operations in Iraq and Syria confirmed that President Trump and the administration's strategy is working. After visiting this region of the world numerous times, I understand the threats that these areas pose to our national security and it is critical that we work together to combat terrorism and stabilize Afghanistan. I was also glad to have the chance to meet and personally thank West Virginians serving in this region of the world. Meeting our service members was truly an honor, and I have the utmost gratitude and respect for their service and sacrifices," Capito said.

Source