The White House has promised a thorough investigation of the matter, and steps to guard against a repeat of the tragedy.

VOA: standard.2009.11.10

White House spokesman Burton says President Obama's view of the matter has not changed.

VOA: standard.2009.08.24

The new commander of U.S.forces there General Stanley McChrystal is expected to deliver his first formal assessment to the White House in a matter of weeks a report which is likely to fuel further discussions on troop levels.

VOA: standard.2009.08.23