VOICED: US Marines face scourge of Taliban home-made bombs

U.S. Marines in Afghanistan face challenges from insurgents using IEDs, which complicate their operations and impact local civilians. Despite being pinned down, they plan a return to the valley, aiming to avoid IEDs. The Taliban's tactics hinder U.S. counterinsurgency efforts, which focus on gaining local support. The ongoing conflict continues to claim civilian lives, highlighting the drawn-out nature of the war.

Describe the US counterinsurgency strategy mentioned in the text.

What were the consequences of the IED strike on the civilian population?