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UN Security Council condemns NKorea’s nuclear test
UNITED NATIONS (AFP) – The UN Security Council unanimously condemned North Korea for testing a nuclear bomb, with major powers vowing new punitive action against Pyongyang for violating the world body’s resolutions. “The members of the Security Council voiced their strong opposition and condemnation of the nuclear test conducted on 25 May 2009 by North [...]
Navy, Coast Guard Work to Improve Homeland Maritime Security
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas: An experiment conducted by Navy, Coast Guard and local and state authorities in Corpus Christi, Texas, this past week is allowing the agencies to test their tactics, equipment, procedures and response to an underwater explosive threat in a U.S. port or harbor. Participants intend to use their experiences in developing a preliminary [...]
North Korea poses no real threat to the world
As the North Korean nuclear issue took a new, dangerous turn on Monday, RIA Novosti sought out the opinion of Douglas H. Paal, vice president for studies at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. Paal also served on the National Security Council staffs of presidents Reagan and George H.W. Bush between 1986 and 1993 as [...]
CENTCOM commanders gather in Bahrain to discuss regional security
MANAMA, Bahrain: Commanders from the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility gathered here May 20 for a three-day conference to discuss regional security issues and approaches to these challenges. The conference, hosted by U.S. Naval Forces Central Command officials, brought together Army Gen. David H. Petraeus, CENTCOM commander; Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, commander of [...]
New Strategy Treats Afghanistan, Pakistan as Integrated Theater
WASHINGTON: The new strategy in Afghanistan and Pakistan treats the area as an integrated theater of operations, the Defense Department’s policy chief said today. Michele Flournoy, undersecretary of defense for policy, spoke of the Afghanistan-Pakistan strategy, dangers from Iran and detainees during a wide-ranging interview with the Defense Writers’ Group. “We have to regard Pakistan [...]
Indra and Cisco to Work on Defense and Security Innovation
Indra, the leading IT provider in Spain and one of the top IT providers in Europe, today announced the signing of an international agreement with Cisco, to collaborate in the research and development of new technologies and solutions for the security and defence industries The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed by Indra CEO Regino [...]
Joint Chiefs Chairman Lists Top Priorities
WASHINGTON: The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff identified increasing Middle East security, revitalizing U.S. forces and focusing on global challenges as his top priorities in remarks at the Brookings Institution here yesterday. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Senior Fellow Michael O’Hanion address the audience at the [...]
US Energy Policy Poses Serious Threat to National Security
WASHINGTON: America’s energy posture constitutes a serious and urgent threat to national security — militarily, diplomatically and economically, according to a blue-ribbon panel of top-ranking retired admirals and generals. In a report released today entitled “Powering America’s Defense: Energy and the Risks to National Security” the military leaders warn that continuing business as usual is [...]
Gates: Afghan army could take lead in 2 to 4 Years
WASHINGTON: The Afghan national army could lead operations in Afghanistan in two to four years, with the U.S. playing a support role, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said during a May 8 interview, portions of which aired on CBS’ “60 Minutes” Sunday. As the handover of responsibilities to national forces in Afghanistan develops, it is [...]
