U.S. ramps up program women cops in Afghanistan

Saying the effort plays a key role in the battle against Taliban insurgents, U.S. military and Afghan officials are moving ahead with the next phase of a cash-and-training plan to recruit more women to serve in Afghanistan's national police force. In a heavily male-dominated culture, the Afghan National Police consists mostly of men, and the addition of female personnel would enhance the force while advancing the cause of women's rights, officials say.

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