CNN : Obama decides to extend U.S. combat role in U.S. . Previously , the President had said combat operations would end in 2014 . Official tells The New York Times that Afghanistan troops will `` continue to engage in operations in self-defense '' Operation Enduring Freedom website The Times said that half the 9,800 troops would leave by the end of next year . says Obama U.S. soldiers have died in Afghanistan .
CNN : Obama decides to extend U.S. combat role in U.S. . Previously , the President had said combat operations would end in 2014 . Official tells The New York Times that Afghanistan troops will `` continue to engage in operations in self-defense '' Operation Enduring Freedom website says Obama U.S. soldiers have died in Afghanistan .