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On June 30, 2010, General David Petraeus succeeded General Stanley McChrystal as the commander of international and U.S. forces in Afghanistan. McChrystal's controversial remarks in a magazine interview led to his resignation, paving the way for Petraeus to assume command. Known for his counterinsurgency strategies, Petraeus brought his expertise to the complex Afghan conflict, seeking to stabilize the country and transition security responsibilities to Afghan forces.