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U.S. Airstrike Sends Message To Iran Amid Revived Nuclear Talks
The deadly strike against Iran-backed militias in Syria was a response to a recent rocket attack on a U.S. base in Iraq.
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Pentagon Officials Detail Taliban Advancement In Afghanistan
Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark Milley says the Taliban appear to have "strategic momentum" as the U.S. nears completion of its troop withdrawal.
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U.S. To Evacuate Interpreters, Other Aides From Afghanistan
The Biden administration announced prioritized flights for those in the special immigrant visa application pipeline.
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U.S. Service Members And Vets Scramble to Save Afghan Interpreters
"I'm increasingly worried with each passing day," an infantry officer who served in Afghanistan's most dangerous province says.
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Pentagon Requiring Troops Get Vaccinated For COVID-19 ASAP
The Defense Department has added the vaccine to the list of required shots troops must get to serve in the military.
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Dozens Of Westerners Board Commercial Flight From Kabul
Extensive damage at Kabul airport has raised questions over how soon the transport hub could resume for regular commercial flights.
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New Questions About Russia's Endgame After No Victory Day Declaration
The Pentagon says Russian morale remains low, with some mid-level officers refusing to obey orders.
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Not a Time for 'Business as Usual' With Russia: Kirby
"We don't believe that this is a time for business as usual with Russia," John Kirby, National Security Council coordinator for strategic communications, says in reaction to Russia holding major military exercises involving China and...
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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi responded to criticism Thursday that her desire to be able to fly non-stop to her home in California in an Air Force transport plane is an extravagance.
HEADLINE: Pelosi responds to plane 'misrepresentation'
CAPTION: House Speaker Nancy Pelosi responded to criticism Thursday that her desire to be able to fly non-stop to her home in California in an Air Force transport plane is an...
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Second tour of duty likely for National Guard troops.
HEADLINE: National Guard Units May Face 2nd Tour in Iraq
CAPTION: The nation's National Guard, already strained by long tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, could be tapped again under new plans being developed by the Pentagon. ...
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Rites of remembrance marked the ninth anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, familiar in their sorrow but observed for the first time Saturday in a nation torn over the prospect of a mosque near ground zero and the role of Islam in society.
HEADLINE: Nation pauses to remember victims of Sept. 11
CAPTION: Rites of remembrance and loss marked the ninth anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, familiar in their sorrow but observed for the first time Saturday in a nation torn over...
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President Bush participates in a farewell tribute honoring General Peter Pace and Admiral Michael Mullen.
HEADLINE: Bush honors Pace at farewell tribute
CAPTION: President Bush was among the speakers Monday at an Armed Forces Farewell Tribute in honor of the outgoing Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, General Peter Pace. (Oct. 1)
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The Pentagon says the U.S. is paying six times more than before to send war supplies to troops in Afghanistan through alternate routes since Pakistan's punitive decision in November to close border crossings to NATO convoys.
HEADLINE: Costs soar for new war supply routes
CAPTION: The Pentagon says the U.S. is paying six times more than before to send war supplies to troops in Afghanistan through alternate routes since Pakistan's punitive decision in...
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President Bush participates in a farewell tribute honoring General Peter Pace and Admiral Michael Mullen. AP National Security correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
HEADLINE: Bush has praise for retiring Chairman Pace
CAPTION: After 40 years in the military, the last spent as the nation's top soldier, General Peter Pace retired. Adm. Mike Mullen took over as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff....
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A witness says helicopter gunships have launched new attacks in Somalia, close to the scene of a U.S. airstrike aimed at suspected al-Qaida terrorists.
HEADLINE: U.S. strikes suspected al-Qaida targets in Somalia
CAPTION: U.S. helicopter gunships attacked suspected al-Qaida terrorists hiding in Somalia Tuesday, a Somali official said, a day after U.S. Special Operations forces launched...
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The number of sexual assaults reported by US military service members increased 8 percent in 2014, over 2013. The new survey draws fire from lawmakers about military handling of assault. (Dec. 4)
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SOUNDBITE: (English) Chuck Hagel, Defense Secretary:
"Sexual assault threatens the lives and the well being of both the women and men who serve our country in uniform. It destroys the bonds...
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Gen Zinni, Tom Clancy speak at Council on Foreign Relations
1. Wide shot of presser
2. Media cutaway
3. SOUNDBITE: (English) Retired General Anthony Zinni:
"And I bitterly feel we let down those great young men and women. (Q: We meaning the civilians in the Pentagon?) Yes. (Q: If you were in...
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Bush and Powell comment on military action
Washington, DC - March 21, 2003
1. Pan view of US President George W. Bush meeting with Congressional leaders
2. Close-up Vice President Dick Cheney watching Bush
3. SOUNDBITE: (English) George W. Bush, U.S. President:
"I've asked the...
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More young members of the Army, Air Force, and Navy are choosing to reenlist rather than face the brutal job market. The Pentagon acknowledges that bad news for the economy is usually good news for the military. The AP's Faryl Ury reports
HEADLINE: Soldiers reenlist thinking about country, wallets
CAPTION: More young members of the Army, Air Force, and Navy are choosing to reenlist rather than face the brutal job market. The Pentagon acknowledges that bad news for the...
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U.S. and Allies Hit ISIS Targets in Syria
Sept. 23 -- Bloomberg's Anthony Capaccio reports on the plan to strike about 20 ISIS targets in Northeastern Syria. He speaks to Rishaad Salamat on ""Asia Edge."" (Source: Bloomberg)
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Boeing Defense Chief: Election Won't Alter Budget
Oct. 30 -- Boeing Defense, Space & Security CEO Chris Chadwick discusses the midterm election's impact on the defense budget, the outlook for Boeing's fighter jet programs, and the competition Boeing faces from Elon Musk's SpaceX. He...
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Who to Call When Your Nukes Need Repairs
Nov. 14 -- On todays The Roundup, Bloomberg's Trish Regan, Alex Barinka and Jeff McCracken break down some of the days top market stories on Street Smart."" (Source: Bloomberg)
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Ground Troops Needed in Islamic State Fight: Brennan
Sept. 24 -- Rand Corp.'s Rick Brennan reacts to President Barack Obama's UN speech and comments on U.S. foreign policy. He speaks with Pimm Fox on ""Taking Stock."" (Source: Bloomberg)
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November Jobs Gain Is Best in Almost Three Years
Dec. 5 -- Bloomberg Money Clip Host Olivia Sterns reports on todays top news stories. (Source: Bloomberg)