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U.S. Ready to Work with Russia
Defense Secretary Robert M. GatesThe United States and Russia face some common security challenges and there are ways to cooperate in meeting those challenges, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said here today. Story | Photos
Russian Officers Query Gates
Russian officers attending the 175 year-old Military Academy of the General Staff in Moscow questioned U.S. Defense Secretary Robert. M. Gates on a variety of topics following his Oct. 13 speech.  Story
Gates Reflects on Past History
Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates reflected during an Oct. 13 speech at the Military Academy of the General Staff in Moscow on the long history between the United States and Russia – as allies, Cold Warriors and great nations seeking ways to work cooperatively to a more stable future.  Story
• Leaders Agree to Meet Again
• Missile Defense Tops Agenda
• Gates Arrives in Moscow
• Photos: Gates Visits Moscow
• Photos: Gates Visits London
IRAQ
Forces Work to Halt Cycle of Violence
Coalition and Iraqi forces in northwestern Baghdad have stopped the cycle of violence there, and Iraqi citizens are resuming their lives in safe and secure neighborhoods, a coalition commander in the area said today. Story
Local Citizens Vastly Improve Security
Violence in Iraq’s Diyala River Valley has been slashed in half thanks to citizen volunteers, a coalition commander said.  Story
• Air Strike Claims Terrorists, Civilians
• General Notes Progress in Iraqi Air Force
AFGHANISTAN
Reservist Receives Silver Star for Valor
Army Staff Sgt. Jason Fetty Army Staff Sgt. Jason Fetty is the first Army reservist to receive the Silver Star for valor in Afghanistan. His commander said Fetty’s actions had strategic importance in demonstrating the depth of the U.S. commitment to the Afghan people. Story
Troops Seize Weapons, Thwart Insurgents
Coalition and Afghan forces seized a weapons cache and thwarted an insurgent ambush in Afghanistan recently, military officials said. Story
GATES SIGNS GUEST BOOK - Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates signs the guest book at the Russian General Staff Academy in Moscow, Oct. 13, 2007. Defense Dept. photo by U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jerry Morrison   Hi-Res | Photos
GATES SIGNS GUEST BOOKGATES BRIEFS TROOPSGATES TOUR MUSEUMPRESS BRIEFING
ON THE GROUND IN IRAQ
Soldiers Learn Basic Humvee Maintenance
Alaa Hussein and Emhad Abdeohasam work on a Humvee.Iraqi army soldiers are learning how to maintain, repair and troubleshoot basic problems with their Humvees. "We want to get to know the trucks more," said Emhad Abdeohasam, an Iraqi mechanic. Story
• New Iraqi Air Force Continues to Grow
• Stryker Cavalry Sweeps Baghdad for Bombs
• U.S. Airmen Help Secure Baghdad Streets
• Welders Develop Up-Armored Truck for Iraqis
INSIDE AFGHANISTAN
Reaper Aids Commanders on Battlefield
Battlefield commanders have a new tool in their arsenal. The MQ-9 Reaper, an unmanned aerial vehicle capable of striking enemy targets with on-board weapons, is now flying over Afghanistan. Story | Video
MILITARY NEWS
Guard Works to Bring Back Soldiers
The Army National Guard has launched a new recruiting effort that officials hope will tap into a market that has steadily decreased since the war on terror began -- prior-service soldiers. Story
• Crash Victims Buried Together in Arlington
• Roughead Becomes Chief of Naval Ops
• Plan to Help Balance Active Army, Guard
An American Icon
It's an international symbol of military might. Join us for a fascinating look at the past and present of the largest low rise office building in the world: The Pentagon.
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WHY WE SERVE
Medic Saves Lives
A veteran Air Force combat medic helped to transform the way wounded troops are treated and evacuated during a recent deployment to Afghanistan. Story
FACE OF DEFENSE
Officer Makes Big Splash
When not crunching numbers as a budget analyst, Air Force 1st. Lt. Ryan Fitzgerald is busy making a splash in the pool.  Story
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