Even prior to the shocking terrorist attacks against the United States roughly a decade ago, the nation had been conducting counter-terrorism campaigns. However, the events of September 11, 2001 made battling terrorism a top priority for the US government.
The first target in the War on Terror was Afghanistan, which George W. Bush's administration accused of hiding Osama bin Laden, the mastermind behind the 911 attacks. Less than a month after the planes slammed into the World Trade Center and Pentagon, American and British troops invaded Afghanistan's borders on October 7. However, before the start of the military action, the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) was already in Afghanistan conducting undercover operations.
America's efforts to prevent terrorism haven't been restricted to Afghanistan. Along with the UK, the US began waging war on Iraq in March of 2003. Meanwhile, the CIA continued its efforts inside Pakistan to uncover and prevent plots against the US. Even on America's own soil, terrorism is a threat, so agencies like the FBI have undertaken investigations to fight home-grown dangers.
National Geographic Channel's Classified examines the determined efforts the United States takes to ensure its national security and protect its citizens. With unprecedented access to some of the most protected US government agencies, the program gives viewers a glimpse into America's counter-terrorism operations. In one episode, viewers can join a CIA team in its hunt to capture al-Qaeda members planning to launch a massive attack on US airliners. For those wanting a behind-the-scenes look at how America protects itself from terrorists, Classified promises to be intriguing. |