As Afghan and coalition forces sweep down on the Taliban, it appears as if more than 40 rebels won't be going home. Insurgent activity has been growing lately as the Taliban and al-Qaeda become more bold. Their boldness will be their downfall because it'll pop their heads out of the hole.

Much as Ayman al-Zawahiri has learned that he has a target attached.

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