Statement on Death of Arghandab District Governor

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

06.15.2010

Courtesy Story

International Security Assistance Force HQ Public Affairs

KABUL, Afghanistan – The murder of the Arghandab District Governor Haji Abdul Jabar, his son and a member of the governor’s staff, June 15, claimed the life of a dedicated public servant.

“Governor Jabar was working to improve the lives of the people in Arghandab. This attack shows the insurgents’ cannot offer a better alternative for peace and security. Their actions will only increase the suffering of those who seek a better future for Afghanistan,” said Gen. Stanley McChrystal, International Security Assistance Force Commander.

“We offer our sincere condolences and sympathy to the family of Governor Jabar and to the people of Arghandab. We will continue to stand by our partners in the Afghan government and security forces who are bravely serving their country each day,” said McChrystal.

While Afghan authorities are working to determine the perpetrator of this attack, ISAF is ready to assist in any way possible.

There were no ISAF service members involved in the incident.

• Date Taken: 06.15.2010
• Date Posted: 06.15.2010 13:06
• Story ID: 51432
• Location: KABUL, AF