GEN David Petraeus assumes command of forces in Afghanistan. The Vice President wraps up a trip to Iraq. Plus, an in-depth look at the road to recovery from PTSD.

GEN David Petraeus takes command of NATO forces in Afghanistan during an Assumption of Command Ceremony in Kabul, Afghanistan.

GEN David Petraeus assumes command of NATO forces in Afghanistan.

GEN David Petraeus has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the next commander of forces in Afghanistan. Plus, we’re tracking the latest on Hurricane Alex.

GEN David Petraeus delivered the keynote address in Independence, Missouri, last week at the commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the Korean War.

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates announced today that the President has nominated Army Gen. David H. Petraeus for appointment to the rank of general and assignment as commander, International Security Assistance Force/commander, U.S. Forces Afghanistan.  Petraeus is currently serving as commander, U.S. Central Command, MacDill Air Force Base, Fla.

The Commander of U.S. Central Command, GEN David Petraeus, says one of the main goals in Afghanistan is preventing the re-establishment of Taliban sanctuaries.