RSM (Resolute Support Mission)

The Resolute Support Mission (RSM) was a NATO-led international effort in Afghanistan that started in 2015, succeeding the combat-focused mission. Its primary goal was to help Afghan security forces develop the skills, capacity, and experience needed to maintain stability and security independently. RSM focused on training, advising, and assisting Afghan military and police units rather than direct combat. The mission aimed to support Afghanistan's sovereignty and promote peace by empowering local forces, ultimately enabling them to ensure their country's security without external intervention.