Phillips : After 'Blackhawk Down ' disaster , U.S. stopped relying on special forces . He says at least 67 led to renewed interest in using SEALs , other special forces . Bergen : Weekend 's operations show Obama 's continued support for special forces . /kill insurgents . his mid-50s rescue of Iraq merchant captain from pirates impressed Captain America , he says .
Phillips : After 'Blackhawk Down ' disaster , U.S. stopped relying on special forces . He says at least 67 led to renewed interest in using SEALs , other special forces . Bergen : Weekend 's operations show Obama 's continued support for special forces . his mid-50s rescue of Iraq merchant captain from pirates impressed Captain America , he says .