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Defense Secretary Robert Gates arrives in Iraq on heels of Baghdad spree-bombing

New York Daily News - Thu Dec 10, 7:09 am ET

U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates flew to Iraq on Thursday to begin the second leg of his tour of two major war zones.

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U.S. sees Arabs, Kurds in Iraq settling differences
Reuters via Yahoo! News - 29 minutes ago
U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates said on Friday that Arab and Kurdish leaders in Iraq were moving toward settling their differences and he urged them to form an inclusive government quickly after a March vote.
Defense secy tells US troops Iraq mission critical
KXXV Waco - 31 minutes ago
U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates told American troops Friday in this oil-rich northern city that their mission in Iraq remains critical despite the nation's focus on Afghanistan and that plans are on track to reduce...
Top U.N. official in Afghanistan to leave
UPI - 38 minutes ago
KABUL, Afghanistan, Dec. 11 (UPI) -- The top U.N. official in Afghanistan is stepping down and has asked that a search for his replacement begin, the international organization said.
US defense secretary foresees “significant” Iran sanctions
WashingtonTV - 1 hour 0 minutes ago
Washington, 11 December (WashingtonTV)—US Defense Secretary Robert Gates said on Friday that he expected the United States and its allies to impose “significant” new sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program.
Gates says more sanctions on Iran likely
UPI - 1 hour 49 minutes ago
KIRKUK, Iraq, Dec. 11 (UPI) -- Iran likely will be slapped with tougher sanctions because it still is shielding its nuclear program from inspectors, U.S. Defense chief Robert Gates said.
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Worcester Telegram & Gazette - 2 hours 23 minutes ago
NEW YORK - The e-book for Sen. Edward M. Kennedy's "True Compass" is coming out on Christmas Day, more than three months after the hardcover release. But the paperback, thanks in part to an Oprah-inspired surge in sales, will not appear until 2011.
Gates to troops in Iraq: Mission still crucial
Air Force Times - 2 hours 25 minutes ago
KIRKUK, Iraq — U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates told American troops Friday in this oil-rich northern city that their mission in Iraq remains critical despite the nation’s focus on Afghanistan and that plans are on track to reduce forces next year.In a town hall meeting, Gates spoke with about 300 soldiers and airmen gathered outside on a sunny day at an airbase.Gates also said plans to ...
Gates to troops in Iraq: Mission still crucial - Navy News, news from Iraq - Navy Times
Navy Times - 2 hours 25 minutes ago
KIRKUK, Iraq — U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates told American troops Friday in this oil-rich northern city that their mission in Iraq remains critical despite the nation’s focus on Afghanistan and that plans are on track to reduce forces next year.
Iraq mission is critical, Gates tells U.S. troops
MSNBC - 2 hours 43 minutes ago
U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates told American troops in this oil-rich northern city that their mission in Iraq remains critical despite the nation's focus on Afghanistan.
American plans his comeback in Iraqi politics
USA Today - Fri Dec 11, 6:22 am ET
Aiham Alsammarae, who holds dual U.S.-Iraqi citizenship, thinks he can win in Iraq's 2010 elections with a dose of Chicago-style politics. Over the past few months, he has quietly traveled to the city of Samarra and says he has won pledges of support from tribal leaders representing more than 20,000 voters.
Gates predicts new sanctions against Iran
CNN - Fri Dec 11, 6:02 am ET
U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates said he expects Iran to face "significant" new sanctions over its nuclear program.
PROMISES, PROMISES: A closed meeting on openness
Park Hills Daily Journal - Fri Dec 11, 5:47 am ET
WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s hardly the image of transparency the Obama administration wants to project: A workshop on government openness is closed to the public.
Gates Predicts Significant Sanctions for Iran
Fox News - Fri Dec 11, 5:21 am ET
KIRKUK, Iraq - Defense Secretary Robert Gates predicted significant international sanctions would be levied against Iran, and he reiterated that all options, including military action, must stay on the table.
US Marines train illiterate farmers to be police
Seattle Times - Fri Dec 11, 5:20 am ET
The U.S. Marines were tense looking for bombs buried near a mud compound in this remote farming town in southern Afghanistan. Their new Afghan police colleagues were little help, joking around and sucking on lollipops meant for local kids.
Gates, EU leaders say Iran to face new sanctions
Reuters via Yahoo! News - Fri Dec 11, 5:08 am ET
U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates said on Friday he expected the international community to impose significant additional sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program.