I find that request of the General to stand up and speak to that issue to be frankly unnecessary.

I do trust and hope that, during your time there, if there's anything we can do to make your stay better, or your mission easier to accomplish, that you will not hesitate to call on us.

the Provincial Reconstruction Teams (PRTs) seems to be a key part of our strategy of reconstruction and rebuilding, which I think is so essential to political acquiescence

I have heard it repeatedly said by other distinguished Members of the Senate that the generals do not support this plan.

I think the concern was the lack of flexibility for them to be able to act and direct their own forces, and things of that nature.

I find them to be consistent with the responsibilities of the Commander in Chief.

If Iran operatives are causing harm and death to our troops, that we will deal with them forcefully.

I want to thank you for your service, your family's sacrifice, and your willingness to undertake this difficult assignment.

Aye.

There's not been enough said about the Comfort and the wonderful job that they've been doing in the region.

In other words, those countries that are involved with Iran, in trade and commerce and other ways that are important to Iran.