Zabul Provincial Gov. Ashraf Naseri speaks to a group

Zabul Provincial Gov. Ashraf Naseri speaks to a group of village elders about the best location for a new school during a shura in Qalat City, Zabul province, July 31, 2010. A shura is a traditional meeting where tribal elders discuss major issues and make the best decisions for their tribe. The shura was hosted by the government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and Provincial Reconstruction Team Zabul. Also in attendance were representatives from the Afghan National Army, Afghan National Police, Romanian army and the U.S. Army's 2nd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment.