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General in Iraq Leads Troops in Online Chats
Army Maj. Gen. Michael Oates, commander of Multinational Division Center, and more than two dozen soldiers met online in a division chat room to discuss a variety of topics.
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Defense Students Invited to Work With 'Best Minds' in Science
The search is on for three Department of Defense Education Activity students to represent the department's schools at the 2009 Research Science Institute.
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Strategic Agreement Has Mimimal Impact on Most Iraq Operations
The new strategic agreement in Iraq is having minimal impact on troops operating in provinces already under Iraqi control when it took effect, the commander of the 4th Infantry Division's 2nd Brigade Combat Team said.
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Iraq 'Much Better Off' Today Than Under Saddam, Cheney Says
The U.S.-coalition military campaign that deposed Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein in the spring of 2003 has placed Iraq in a much-improved situation today, Vice President Richard B. Cheney said.
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U.S., Iraqi Forces Capture Suspected Bombers, Other Terrorists
U.S. soldiers and Iraqi security forces nabbed two bombing suspects, as well as nine other suspected terrorists.
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U.S. Soldiers, Afghan Police Boost Security in Nangarhar Province
U.S. soldiers are teaming up with Afghan National Police to bring security to a key area of eastern Afghanistan by reaching out to residents and coordinating with leaders about their needs.
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Face of Defense: Soldier Rejoins After 38-Year Service Break
Inspired by his sons who joined the Marines, Army Maj. (Dr.) Robert Sexton returned to military service after a 38-year break. "I'm still physically fit," Sexton said. "I thought I could make a contribution."
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Iraqi, U.S. Forces Find Weapons, Detain Suspects
Iraqi and U.S. forces in Baghdad seized two stockpiles of enemy weapons and detained four bombing suspects.
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U.S. Deaths in Iraq Decrease in 2008
The number of U.S. military fatalities in Iraq in 2008 fell two-thirds compared to the previous year, underscoring an improvement in security amid upcoming provincial elections.
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Pakistani Forces Making 'Good Progress' in Khyber Pass Offensive
The Pakistani military is making good progress against militants who have threatened a major supply route running from Pakistan into Afghanistan, U.S. officials said.
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Face of Defense: Future Airman Loses 160 Pounds, Gains Confidence
An Air Force recruit from Silver Spring, Md., has lost 160 pounds in a major life change aimed at continuing his family's tradition of military service.
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Coalition, Afghan Troops Kill Militants, Capture Suspects
Afghan and coalition forces killed numerous enemy fighters, captured terrorism suspects and repelled two attacks against bases in recent days, military officials reported.
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Iraqi, Coalition Forces Detain Suspects, Find Weapons
Iraqi and coalition forces detained numerous terrorism suspects and seized stockpiles of illegal weapons in various operations this week, military officials reported.
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Afghan, Coalition Leaders Unveil Bridge With Hopes of Prosperity
Afghan leaders and coalition members celebrated the opening of a bridge in Uruzgon province that promises residents a vibrant new connection to surrounding communities.
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Security Station Transitions to Iraqi Government Control
The national symbol of Iraq was raised over the governance center in Sab al Bour, northwest of Baghdad, symbolizing the transition of control of a security station from the coalition forces back to the Iraqi government.
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