NATO Current Operations

International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) - Afghanistan
	NATO's main role in Afghanistan is to assist the Afghan Government in exercising and extending its authority and influence across the country, paving the way for reconstruction and effective governance. It does this predominately through its UN-mandated International Security Assistance Force (ISAF).

NATO Mission in Kosovo (KFOR)
	Under the authority of the United Nations (UN Security Council Resolution 1244) NATO has been leading a peace support operation in Kosovo since 12 June 1999 in support of wider international efforts to build peace and stability in the area.

Operation Active Endeavour
	Launched in Oct 2001, Operation Active Endeavour (OAE), is a mission to conduct maritime operations in the Mediterranean Sea intended to deter, defend, disrupt and protect against terrorist activity. OAE not only demonstrates NATO's resolve but is a vivid example of the added value that NATO can bring to the complex, global fight against terrorism.

Operation Ocean Shield

Since August 2009, NATO warships and aircraft have been patrolling the waters off the Horn of Africa as part of Operation Ocean Shield. Their mission is to contribute to international efforts to counter maritime piracy while participating in capacity building efforts with regional governments. Operation Ocean Shield cooperates closely with other naval forces including US-led maritime forces, EU naval forces and national actors operating against the threat of piracy in the region. On 19 March 2012, the North Atlantic Council extended the operation until the end of 2014.