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• OIF/OEF Casualty Update 27 May 2010 [PDF]
• Airpower Summary: May 26 AFNS 27 May 2010
• Airpower Summary: May 25 AFNS 27 May 2010
• Airpower Summary: May 24 AFNS 27 May 2010
• Lynn thanks Offutt Airmen for recon, intel support AFNS 27 May 2010 -- Deputy defense secretary thanked the men and women of the 55th Wing for their service in the ISR mission.
• Iraqis Arrest 5 Terrorism Suspects AFPS 27 May 2010 -- Iraqi forces arrested five terrorism suspects today in combined operations with U.S. forces advisors in Iraq.
• Tripartite mission denies violent extremists support zones, safe haven Army News 27 May 2010 -- The Soldiers of 3-25th Aviation, 2-25th Aviation, and 2-6th Cavalry supported a tripartite force during Operation Chelan III.
• Baghdad Bombs Wound 15 VOA 27 May 2010 -- Iraqi officials say bombs in Baghdad have wounded 15 people.
• 3rd Sustainment Bde Providers take over logistical mission in Iraq Army News 27 May 2010 -- A lot has changed since the beginnings of the war in Iraq, and many of the Soldiers of the 3rd Sustainment Brigade are seeing it come full swing.
• Beginning of end: Joint security stations change hands in Iraq Army News 27 May 2010 -- Joint Security Stations Ashura and Tal Abtha, located in northern Iraq, were signed over to the Iraqi military and local government May 15.
• DoD, 102nd Quartermaster Company Keeps JBB Hydrated Army News 27 May 2010 -- Military and civilian personnel alike may be surprised to learn where much of their bottled drinking water actually comes from.
• ISF aims to improve M-4 maintenance Army News 27 May 2010 -- As Iraqi Security Forces take over security of their country and training of those who will do so, US forces are doing all they can to prepare them to do so.
• Iraqi Police train to secure rivers Army News 27 May 2010 -- The Iraqi Police within Dhi Qar and Muthanna provinces made efforts to maximize security along the Euphrates River.
• Arab League Urges Quick Action on Iraqi Cabinet VOA 27 May 2010 -- Arab nations are warning Iraqi politicians that they need to form a new government soon.
• DOD Announces Units for Upcoming Rotation to Afghanistan DoD 27 May 2010
• Afghan, International Forces Detain Insurgent Suspects AFPS 27 May 2010 -- Combined Afghan-international security forces detained several suspected insurgents in eastern and southern Afghanistan in recent operations.
• Pakistani Taliban Commander Reportedly Killed in Afghanistan VOA 27 May 2010 -- Afghan officials are investigating reports that a top commander of the Pakistani Taliban may have been killed during fighting.
• Second British death in Afghanistan in 24 hours IRNA 27 May 2010 -- A second British serviceman has been killed in Helmand province in southern Afghanistan.
• NATO Commander Hails Afghan Army Progress VOA 27 May 2010 -- NATO's top commander is visiting Afghanistan after announcing a restructuring of NATO forces before a planned offensive in the country's south.
• Russia, China concerned by growing Afghan drug threat RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- Russia's drug control chief: Chinese colleagues shared Russia's concerns about the growing drug threat from Afghanistan.
• Development Continues for Afghan Legal System AFPS 27 May 2010 -- Servicemembers in Afghanistan are working with the country’s interior and defense ministries to provide legal advice and development in the country.
• Koehler ripped for linking Afghan war to German business interests IRNA 27 May 2010 -- German President Koehler has triggered a political row by saying military mission in Afghanistan was also geared at preserving Germany's global business interests.
• Pakistani Air Strike 'Kills 15 Militants' RFE/RL 27 May 2010 -- Pakistani officials say an air strike has killed 15 militants in an attack on the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.
• Landmine blast kills Pakistani soldier IRNA 27 May 2010 -- A landmine killed a Pakistani soldier and injured four others in South Waziristan tribal region..
• PAKISTAN: Ethnic violence stalks Karachi IRIN 27 May 2010 -- A wave of ethnic violence pitching Pashtuns against Muhajirs in Karachi has resulted in at least 34 deaths since 19 May.

Defense Policy / Programs

• Remarks On the Obama Administration's National Security Strategy US Dept. of State 27 May 2010
• New National Strategy Takes 'Whole-of-Government' Approach AFPS 27 May 2010 -- The Obama Administration has instituted a “whole-of-government” approach within the new National Security Strategy presented to Congress.
• Obama Administration Unveils Security Strategy VOA 27 May 2010 -- The Obama administration unveiled its new national security strategy, recognizing the need for military force but as a last resort.
• Medvedev to submit new arms treaty to Duma for ratification RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- The Russian government has studied new arms reaty and recommended that the Russian president submit it for ratification.
• Other nuclear powers may join Russian-U.S. arms treaty RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- Russian lawmaker: Other nuclear states could accede to a new Russian-U.S. strategic arms treaty.
• US Troops, Patriot Missiles in Poland Spark Russian Concern VOA 27 May 2010 -- U.S. troops and Patriot missile batteries arrived in Poland this week, where they will be stationed in the northern town of Morag.
• Russia wants explanations on deployment of U.S. Patriot missiles in Poland RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- Moscow expects an explanation on the deployment of U. Patriot missiles near the Polish-Russian border.
• Researchers marvel at comic book power Army News 27 May 2010 -- Communications-Electronics Research, Development and Engineering Center's Night Vision and Electronic Sensors Directorate has been working on the Advanced Distributed Aperture System.
• Anniston Army Depot, RTI complete M1 trainer prototype Army News 27 May 2010 -- Anniston Army Depot and Defense contractor Research Triangle Institute International reached a milestone when the partners completed the first overhauled and upgraded Abrams Maintenance Trainer.
• Army to test smartphones for offices, battlefields Army News 27 May 2010 -- The Army is considering the use of smartphones in an effort to increase effectiveness and efficiency in both the administrative and operational environments.
• Ordnance cases its colors, prepares for BRAC move Army News 27 May 2010 -- The 61st Ordnance Brigade and the Ordnance Mechanical Maintenance School held its final ceremony on Aberdeen Proving Ground May 17.
• New tugboat joins Army fleet in Kuwait Army News 27 May 2010 -- After a 38-day, 9,000-nautical-mile journey from Baltimore, Md., the newest member of 2-401st Army Field Support Brigade, reported for duty.
• ACU-1 Deploys with Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group Navy NewsStand 27 May 2010 -- Assault Craft Unit 1 said farewell to Landing Craft Utility 1630, 1633, 1635, and 1665 as they left for a scheduled seven-month western Pacific deployment aboard USS Peleliu.
• Halsey Demonstrates Anti-Submarine Warfare Prowess Navy NewsStand 27 May 2010 -- USS Halsey completed an integrated anti-submarine warfare exercise with Strike Group 9 ships during the Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group training group sail.
• Enterprise Aims CIWS Right on Target Navy NewsStand 27 May 2010 -- USS Enterprise conducted a precision aim and calibration test fire of her aft close-in weapon system.
• USS Defender Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of U.S. - Japan Security Treaty Navy NewsStand 27 May 2010 -- USS Defender departed Okinawa, Japan after a five-day port visit.
• CID - Behind the shield Army News 27 May 2010 -- Throughout modern military history, a specialized organization within the Department of Defense has patrolled the globe.
• 15th Eng. Bn. puts its platoons to the test Army News 27 May 2010 -- Soldiers from 15th Engineer Battalion spent two weeks simultaneously completing construction projects and conducting platoon evaluations.
• Navy's Oceanographer Discusses Climate Change Roadmap Navy NewsStand 27 May 2010 -- The US Navy's senior oceanographer said climate change is a national security challenge with numerous strategic implications.
• Groundbreaking marks beginning of Landfill Gas-to-Energy Project USMC News 27 May 2010 -- Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Dougherty County and Chevron Energy Solutions officials, broke ground to mark the beginning of the construction of the Department of the Navy's first landfill gas cogeneration project.
• First permanent WTB complex opens at Fort Riley Army News 27 May 2010 -- The first permanent Warrior Transition Battalion complex, a $54-million project consisting of barracks for 156 Soldiers.
• Ground Broken for New Engineering Facility at NSWC Indian Head Navy NewsStand 27 May 2010 -- Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head, a field activity of Naval Sea Systems Command, held a groundbreaking ceremony May 24 for its Energetics Systems and Technology Laboratory Complex – Phase I.
• Mullen Presses for Cyber Leadership at All Levels AFPS 27 May 2010 -- Cyberspace “will change how we fight” in the next 20 years, the nation’s top military officer said.
• Obama: Guardsmen Can Aid Intelligence, Interdiction at Border AFPS 27 May 2010 -- An agreement to send hundreds of additional National Guardsmen to the southwestern US border is one part of a comprehensive approach.
• National Guard leaders observe Israel's nationwide exercise AFNS 27 May 2010 -- Sirens wailed across Israel and residents took shelter during a nationwide civil defense exercise carefully watched by a delegation of National Guard leaders.
• USS Elrod Encounters Suspected Drug Smugglers in Mediterranean Navy NewsStand 27 May 2010 -- USS Elrod encountered suspected drug smugglers off the coast of Morocco in international waters.
• Army Floating Bridge Helps Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill Army News 27 May 2010 -- US Army Louisiana National Guard has deployed a 380-foot, boat-powered floating bridge to the Gulf of Mexico.
• Louisiana Aviators Battle Oil Spill AFPS 27 May 2010 -- “Launch, recover, launch” best describes the operations tempo of the helicopter missions being performed by the Louisiana Army National Guard’s State Aviation Command.
• Mullen: Proposed Legislation Retains Prerogative AFPS 27 May 2010 -- Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff comfortable with proposed legislation that seeks to repeal the law that bans gay men and lesbians from serving openly in the military.
• NMCSD's Announces New Psychological Health Pathways Program Navy NewsStand 27 May 2010 -- Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD) Mental Health Department, in close consultation with the Naval Center for Combat and Operational Stress Control, instituted the Psychological Health Pathways (PHP) Program May 25.
• No reduction in UK's operational nuclear warheads IRNA 27 May 2010 -- Foreign Secretary Hague has revealed no reduction made in operational nuclear warheads despite a pledge to cut the number.
• Military reform relaxes control on arms trafficking in Russia, prosecutor says RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- Military reforms under way in Russia have resulted in a worsening of control over arms trafficking in the country.
• Russia, Ukraine discuss naval troops movement in Crimea RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- Representatives of Russian and Ukrainian Foreign Ministries discussed a draft protocol on movement of Russian Black Sea Fleet servicemen across Ukraine.
• Ukrainians opposed to NATO membership - Yanukovych RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- Ukrainian President Yanukovych: Ukraine cannot join NATO because the majority of the population oppose it.
• Protests will not affect Ukraine-NATO drills - official RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- The Ukraine-NATO Sea Breeze military exercises will be held despite protest rallies held by Ukrainian communists.
• Japan's air defense identification zone request confirmed CNA 27 May 2010 -- Taiwan has been notified by Japan about a request to re-draw the Air Defense Identification Zone over Japan's Yonaguni lsland.

Defense Industry

• DoD News: Contracts for May 27, 2010
• Boeing Receives 1st F-16 for Conversion into QF-16 Aerial Drone Boeing 27 May 2010 -- The first retired F-16 Falcon arrived at Boeing's [NYSE: BA] Cecil Field facility in Jacksonville on April 22 to begin conversion into a QF-16 aerial drone. Boeing received a $69.7 million contract from the U.S. Air Force on March 8 for the first phase of the QF-16 program.
• Boeing NewGen Tanker Win Would Bring 4,500 Jobs, $233 Million to California Boeing 27 May 2010 -- The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] today announced that California will benefit from approximately 4,500 jobs with nearly 100 companies and an estimated $233 million in annual economic impact if the Boeing NewGen Tanker is selected as the U.S. Air Force's next aerial refueling aircraft.
• First cut for first boat of new class of SSKs for Brazil DCNS 27 May 2010 -- Today, DCNS launched the industrial production phase of the Brazilian submarine programme, the Group's biggest contract ever for an international customer. DCNS is thus contributing to a major Brazilian acquisition combining world-class solutions and an advanced technology transfer agreement.
• Boeing Statement on Amendment to the FY2011 National Defense Authorization Act H.R. 5136 Boeing 27 May 2010 -- With a recorded vote of 410-8, the U.S. House of Representatives today adopted a bipartisan amendment offered by Reps. Jay Inslee (D-Wash.), Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.), Todd Tiahrt (R-Kan.), Rick Larsen (D-Wash.), Michael Turner (R-Ohio), and Russ Carnahan (D-Mo.) to the fiscal year 2011 National Defense Authorization Act to ensure a level playing field for the KC-X tanker competition. The amendment requires the Department of Defense to consider any unfair competitive advantage that European Aeronautic Defence and Space Co. (EADS) and its subsidiary Airbus have gained from decades of illegal subsidies. The World Trade Organization recently ruled that Airbus received billions of dollars in illegal launch aid from European governments, including almost $5 billion used to develop the A330, EADS' tanker platform.
• EADS Defence & Security is investing in high-end radar technologies EADS 27 May 2010 -- EADS Defence & Security (DS) has invested in an extension to its Microwave Factory (MWF) in Ulm and has thus increased its high-tech capacity for specialised high-performance electronics, e.g. next generation radars, to reach a leading level worldwide.
• GE Praises House Vote on Joint Strike Fighter GE Aviation 27 May 2010-- Responding to the U.S. House of Representatives vote in favor of continued funding for the competitive engine being developed by GE and Rolls-Royce for the Pentagon's Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) program, GE issued the following statement
• Lockheed Martin Awarded Contract For Kuwait Air Force KC-130J Tankers Lockheed Martin 27 May 2010 -- Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] has received a $245 million contract from the U.S. Government for the Foreign Military Sale of three KC 130J tanker aircraft to Kuwait. The program will be managed by the U.S. Navy.
• Oshkosh Defense Ships First FMTV Trucks, Trailers to U.S. Army Ahead of Schedule; Vehicle Design Supports Armor Strategy to Protect Warfighters Oshkosh 27 May 2010 -- Oshkosh Defense, a division of Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK), has shipped its first Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV) trucks and trailers to the U.S. Army. The vehicles left the company’s Oshkosh, Wis. campus yesterday – ahead of schedule.

Other Conflicts

• Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General United Nations 27 May 2010
• Anti-DPRK Campaign Termed Open Declaration of War KCNA 27 May 2010 -- Campaign kicked off by south Korea over its warship sinking is provocation and an open declaration of a war.
• S. Korea's Refusal to Receive NDC Inspection under Fire KCNA 27 May 2010 -- The south Korean puppet authorities have persistently refused to receive an inspection group of the National Defence Commission of the DPRK.
• Mullen: Exercises Will Aim to Stabilize Korean Tensions AFPS 27 May 2010 -- Upcoming training exercises for the U.S. and South Korean militaries are designed to help in controlling and stabilizing the situation.
• Britain Deplores North Korea Action; Supports South Korea Response VOA 27 May 2010 -- British Foreign Secretary Hague: No doubt North Korea was responsible for the sinking of a South Korean naval vessel.
• US Sees China Turning Critical of North Korea VOA 27 May 2010 -- Senior Obama administration officials believe China is reconsidering its support for North Korea in the aftermath of the sinking of a warship.
• China to weigh evidence before blaming N.Korea for warship sinking RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- China, North Korea's most important ally, reiterated its reluctance in joining the claim that Pyongyang was behind sinking.
• U.S. praises Russia decision to examine warship's sinking in S.Korea RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- Moscow has the right to conduct its own investigation into the recent sinking of a South Korean warship.
• General Staff of KPA Issues Crucial Notice KCNA 27 May 2010 -- The General Staff of the Korean People's Army issued the following crucial notice.
• North Korea Scraps Military Safeguards with South VOA 27 May 2010 -- North Korea says it is discarding military procedures the two sides have agreed to follow for years to ensure a conflict does not get out of hand.
• N.Korea threatens to close S.Korean access to joint industrial zone RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- North Korea has threatened to block South Korean access to a joint industrial zone on the border between the two countries.
• New war unlikely over sinking of S.Korean warship - Russian experts RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- Russian experts do not expect the sinking of a South Korean warship to provoke a new war.
• Russian expert doubts Pyongyang's involvement in warship sinking RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- A leading Russian expert on North Korea: Serious doubts about Pyongyang's involvement into the sinking of South Korea's Cheonan warship.
• Russia To Hold Major Naval Exercises Off Korean Coast RFE/RL 27 May 2010 -- Russia will go ahead with plans to hold naval exercises near North Korea in June despite rising tensions between the two Koreas.
• Middle East Analysts Question US Diplomatic Peace Efforts VOA 27 May 2010 -- Israel and the Palestinians resumed peace talks in May, after a 17-month break in the negotiations.
• Netanyahu: Direct Talks Best Way to Revive Mideast Peace Process VOA 27 May 2010 -- Israeli PM Netanyahu said he would discuss starting direct talks with the Palestinians during a meeting with President Obama next week.
• Israel: Time for Face-to-Face Talks With Palestinians VOA 27 May 2010 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he is ready to sit down for peace negotiations with the Palestinians.
• Turkish Ships With Aid Sailing to Gaza Despite Israeli Warnings VOA 27 May 2010 -- Three Turkish ships have joined a fleet sailing to the Gaza Strip with construction material and other aid to Palestinians.
• Israeli PM Calls for Stronger Palestinian Economy VOA 27 May 2010 -- Israel's prime minister says strengthening the Palestinian economy could give the peace process a needed boost.
• Southern Sudan: UN relief chief alarmed by rising violence UN News Centre 27 May 2010 -- Top UN humanitarian official arrived in southern Sudan and expressed alarm at the threats to people.
• CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC: LRA still blocking access to thousands of IDPs IRIN 27 May 2010 -- Thousands of people displaced cannot be reached by aid workers because of insecurity caused by the LRA.
• CHAD-CAR: Aid agencies prepare for MINURCAT exit IRIN 27 May 2010 -- Humanitarian officials will look to the Chad government to protect civilians and secure aid operations.
• UN force in Côte d'Ivoire extended for one month as talks on revised role continue UN News Centre 27 May 2010 -- The Security Council voted to extend for one month the United Nations Operation in Côte d’Ivoire.
• Lack of funding undermining agencies' efforts to aid conflict-hit Yemenis - UN UN News Centre 27 May 2010 -- United Nations humanitarian agencies and their partners are striving to continue providing assistance IDPs in Yemen.
• Saakashvili opens bridge over Abkhaz-Georgian border RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili opened on Thursday a new bridge over the country's border with the former Georgian republic of Abkhazia.

News Reports

• UN Chief: Iran Must Create Trust VOA 27 May 2010 -- The head of the United Nations says Iran must do more to show its nuclear program is not a threat.
• New UN sanctions not to affect Iranian-Russian economic ties - lawmaker RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- Draft resolution on new sanctions will not affect trade and economic agreements between Moscow and Tehran.
• Russia pledges support for resolution of Iran's nuclear issue RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- Lavrov: Moscow will assist the negotiating process to break the impasse over Iran's nuclear program.
• Tehran agreement will allow peaceful resolution of Iranian program RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- Lavrov: Tehran agreement on swapping uranium may see a peaceful resolution of the Iranian nuclear issue.
• Russia Rejects Iranian Criticism of Moscow as 'Emotional' VOA 27 May 2010 -- Russian FM Lavrov is rejecting Iranian criticism of his country's support for new sanctions against Tehran's nuclear program.
• Russian Foreign Minister Dismisses Iran Criticism RFE/RL 27 May 2010 -- Russia has rejected Iran's recent criticism of the Kremlin as an "emotional" outburst.
• Vienna Group must give positive response to Tehran Declaration IRNA 27 May 2010 -- Turkish FM spokesman Ozugergin: It is the legitimate right of Iran and Turkey to expect the Vienna Group to give a positive response to Tehran Declaration.
• Iran 'Breaks World Record' For Intelligence- and Security-Related Work RFE/RL 27 May 2010 -- Iran has been able to increase its authority in recent months sufficiently to "break the world record for intelligence work."
• US, China Try to Reset Ties VOA 27 May 2010 -- Direct talks on the economy and security between the United States and China have concluded in Beijing.
• Bakiyev ready to return to Kyrgyzstan, announce referendum - Lukashenko RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- Deposed Kyrgyz president Kurmanbek Bakiyev is ready to return to the ex-Soviet Central Asian republic and announce a referendum.
• Kyrgyzstan appeals to Interpol to detain Bakiyev RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- The Kyrgyz authorities have appealed to Interpol to detain deposed president Kurmanbek Bakiyevy.
• Bishkek Plans To Revoke Former President Akaev's Immunity RFE/RL 27 May 2010 -- Kyrgyzstan's interim government says it plans to deprive the first president of independent Kyrgyzstan, Askar Akaev, of immunity from prosecution.
• Thais Fear Renewed Conflict as Government Plans Reconciliation VOA 27 May 2010 -- Thailand is recovering from its worst political violence in decades, after soldiers forced an end to a two-month anti-government protest Bangkok.
• Sudan's Bashir Sworn In to Another 5-Year Term VOA 27 May 2010 -- Sudan's President Omar al-Bashir has been sworn in for a new five-year term, following an election marred by boycotts and allegations of fraud.
• As deadline looms, Ban urges Nepalese to agree on extending Constituent Assembly UN News Centre 27 May 2010 -- Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today urged all parties in Nepal to reach consensus on extending the body tasked with drafting the country’s new constitution, which was supposed to be completed by 28 May.
• SOUTH AFRICA: Troops reinforcing a porous and dangerous border IRIN 27 May 2010 -- South African special forces troops have begun a six-month deployment along the troubled border with Zimbabwe.
• Ethiopia's Ruling Party to Work with Opposition VOA 27 May 2010 -- A leading member of the ruling Ethiopian People's Revolutionary Democratic Front said the party will continue to work with all opposition groups to strengthen the country’s growing democracy.
• BURUNDI: Trading accusations over poll results IRIN 27 May 2010 -- Eight opposition parties in Burundi have demanded a repeat of communal elections, held on 24 May, claiming the ruling party was involved in massive fraud and poll-rigging.
• Togo Opposition Leader Says Power-Sharing Deal Reached VOA 27 May 2010 -- A Togolese opposition leader says his party and the ruling party have reached a power-sharing deal, following the disputed March election.
• Kaczynski rules out twin brother pressured air crew to land RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- Jaroslaw Kaczynski ruled out that the air crew of the ill-fated presidential aircraft might have been pressured into landing.