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27 September 2010 Military News

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OIF/OEF Casualty Update 27 Sep 2010 [PDF]

Head Hunters ready to move north Army News 27 Sep 2010 -- Soldiers assigned to 1-9th Cavalry Regiment conducted final checks of their Bradley fighting vehicles weapon systems.
Social Science: Saving Lives in Iraq Army News 27 Sep 2010 -- HTAT-S, part of a larger organization called the Human Terrain System, has been operating in Basra since 2008.

Afghan, Coalition Forces Capture, Kill Insurgents AFPS 27 Sep 2010 -- Afghan and coalition forces detained several Taliban insurgents in Kandahar province, including a Taliban commander.
Afghan, NATO Forces Launch Anti-Taliban Air-and-Ground Push in Kandahar VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- Afghan and NATO forces are staging a new push to drive Taliban militants out of their stronghold around the southern city of Kandahar.
NATO, Afghan Forces Looks To Make Progress With Kandahar Offensive RFE/RL 27 Sep 2010 -- Afghan and international troops have begun a key operation in Kandahar.
Pakistan Protests 'Brief' NATO Incursions From Afghanistan VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- Pakistan is strongly protesting two incidents in which NATO helicopters launched air strikes into Pakistan.
Pakistan protests against NATO aerial engagements IRNA 27 Sep 2010 -- Pakistan has strongly protested to ISAF/NATO on the two incidents of aerial engagements from the Afghanistan side into Pakistani territory.
NATO Conducts Rare Cross-border Strike Against Insurgents in Pakistan VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- NATO helicopters conducted a rare cross-border operation into Pakistan Saturday, killing dozens of militants.
NATO Air Strikes Kill 'At Last 30 Militants' In Pakistan RFE/RL 27 Sep 2010 -- NATO officials today said alliance air strikes had killed at least 30 militants in Pakistan.
White House 'hails' Russia-Kyrgyz joint venture RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2010 -- The US has welcomed a proposal on establishing a joint Kyrgyz-Russian venture to supply aviation fuel to the Pentagon's transit center in Bishkek.
Leaders praise mobility team for successful Afghanistan surge AFNS 27 Sep 2010 -- When President Barack Obama announced the surge of an additional 30,000 servicemembers to Afghanistan, mobility Airmen didn't waste a second.
Afghanistan issues call at UN for end to State financing of terrorist groups UN News Centre 27 Sep 2010 -- Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister underlined the need for both States and non-State actors to cut off their financing for Al-Qaida at the United Nations.
AF civil engineers BEEF up Marine Corps mission AFNS 27 Sep 2010 -- Airmen and Marines worked together to build sun shades to improve the quality of life for a new F/A-18 Hornet squadron.
US asks Bangladesh to help train Afghan police forces IRNA 27 Sep 2010 -- US has asked Bangladesh to send combat troops to Afghanistan to help the multinational forces bring stability in the war-torn nation.
Australian Troops Accused of Manslaughter in Botched Afghan Raid VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- Three former Australian soldiers are being charged with manslaughter in connection with a raid in Afghanistan.
Afghan President Karzai's Brother Targeted In U.S. Investigation RFE/RL 27 Sep 2010 -- WSJ: US prosecutors have launched a criminal probe of one of the brothers of Afghan President Hamid Karzai.

U.S. drone kills 4 in Pakistan tribal region IRNA 27 Sep 2010 -- At least four suspected militants were killed Monday when a U.S. drone fired missiles into a village in North Waziristan tribal agency.

USS Winston S. Churchill Renders Aid in the Gulf of Aden Navy NewsStand 27 Sep 2010 -- USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81), assigned to Combined Task Force (CTF) 151, identified a skiff drifting in the Gulf of Aden Sept. 26.

Defense Policy / Programs

Mount Whitney Completes Jackal Stone 2010 Navy NewsStand 27 Sep 2010 -- USS Mount Whitney completed its part in exercise Jackal Stone 2010, ending the 10-day joint military operation in the Baltic Sea.
Continuing Promise 2010 Supports People of Panama Navy NewsStand 27 Sep 2010 -- USS Iwo Jima's Continuing Promise 2010 team collaborated with the Panamanian Ministry of Health and the US Embassy.
Vandenberg officials launch Minotaur IV AFNS 27 Sep 2010 -- Officials here launched a Minotaur IV rocket Sept. 25.
New Navy Medicine Research Laboratory to Stand Up in Dayton Navy NewsStand 27 Sep 2010 -- The Naval Medical Research Unit (NMRU) Dayton, Ohio, activation ceremony will take place on board Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton Oct. 6.
Grant approved for burn victim research AFNS 27 Sep 2010 -- A major improvement is coming in the field of dermatology and plastic surgery, specifically in the recovery and care for wounded warrior burn victims.
First Muslim chaplain joins National Guard Army News 27 Sep 2010 -- The Army National Guard will get its first Muslim chaplain in December 2011.
Navy Medicine Conducts SHOTEX to Prepare for Flu Season Navy NewsStand 27 Sep 2010 -- Flu season has arrived and the Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery responded with a flu vaccination exercise.

Senior Russian lawmaker blames Iran for Russia's S-300 sale ban RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2010 -- Russia's ban on the sale of S-300 air defense missile systems to Iran was the result of Tehran's "flawed foreign policies."
Tehran condemns Moscow over S-300 delivery ban RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2010 -- Russia's ban of S-300 air defense systems to Iran shows it "cannot be trusted."
Sukhoi delivers last three Su-30 fighters RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2010 -- A handover ceremony for three Su-30MK fighters was held at an air base in southern Indonesia.
Syria may save Tupolev planes from extinction RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2010 -- A Syrian contract for supply of Russian Tu-204 airliners could save the Tupolev aircraft brand from extinction.

Pakistani Minister Resigns After Criticizing Army RFE/RL 27 Sep 2010 -- Pakistan's minister for defense production has resigned after airing pointed grievances of the country's military.

Secretaries Clinton, Gates and Geithner, Administrator Shah and MCC CEO Yohannes to Address the Presidential Policy US Dept. of State 27 Sep 2010

Defense Industry

DoD News: Contracts for September 27, 2010
Bell Boeing V-22 Program Delivers 6th Osprey Trainer to US Marines Boeing 27 Sep 2010 -- The Bell Boeing V-22 Program, a strategic alliance between Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Bell Helicopter, has delivered the sixth and final MV-22 Osprey Containerized Flight Training Device (CFTD) to the U.S. Marines. In the past year, the team has delivered five CFTDs to the Marines, as well as upgrades to two trainers delivered previously.
Flight testing of Eurocopter’s X3 high-speed hybrid helicopter demonstrator marks a new milestone in the company’s innovation roadmap EADS 27 Sep 2010 -- Eurocopter has begun test flights of the X3 demonstrator for its innovative High-speed, long-range Hybrid Helicopter (H3) concept, which combines excellent vertical takeoff and landing capabilities with fast cruise speeds of more than 220 kts.
Pratt & Whitney Files Complaint Against Rolls-Royce Pratt & Whitney 27 Sep 2010 -- Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), today filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court in Connecticut against Rolls-Royce. The Pratt & Whitney complaint follows Rolls-Royce’s filing of an amended complaint against Pratt & Whitney on August 26, 2010, claiming Pratt & Whitney infringes a Rolls-Royce patent relating to swept fan blades.
Boeing NewGen Tanker Win Would Bring 11,000 Jobs, $693 Million to Washington Boeing 27 Sep 2010 -- The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] today announced that the state of Washington will benefit from an estimated 11,000 total jobs and generate an estimated $693 million in annual economic impact if the Boeing NewGen Tanker is selected as the U.S. Air Force’s next aerial refueling aircraft.
Northrop Grumman Awarded Task Order for Army Battle Command System Support Team Northrop Grumman 27 Sep 2010 -- The State of Kansas U.S. Property and Finance Office has awarded Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) a task order to provide staff to support the Army National Guard Battle Command Training Center (BCTC) in Fort Leavenworth, Kan.
Oshkosh® TAK-4® Independent Suspension System Enhances Marine Corps’ HMMWV Capabilities; Suspension and Survivability Enhancements Unveiled at Modern Day Marine 2010 Oshkosh 27 Sep 2010 -- Oshkosh Defense, a division of Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK), will debut enhancements for the High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) at Modern Day Marine 2010, Sept. 28-30 in Quantico, Va. Oshkosh will feature the HMMWV with the company’s TAK-4® independent suspension system and vee-shaped underside armor. Together, these enhancements expand the vehicle’s mission capabilities for Marines – including improved off-road mobility, ground clearance, ride quality and survivability against underbody IED blasts.
Raytheon Unveils Lighter, Faster, Stronger Second Generation Exoskeleton Robotic Suit Raytheon 27 Sep 2010 -- Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) unveiled its second generation Exoskeleton (XOS 2) at its research facility in Salt Lake City, Utah, during a demonstration with Paramount Home Entertainment. The new robotic suit is lighter, faster and stronger than its predecessor, yet it uses 50 percent less power. Its enhanced design also means that it is more resistant to the environment.
MEADS Demonstrates Interoperability With NATO Air Command and Control System in Joint Test Lockheed Martin 27 Sep 2010 -- The Medium Extended Air Defense System (MEADS) battle management capability successfully demonstrated interoperability with the NATO Air Command and Control System (ACCS) during a Joint Project Optic Windmill (JPOW) test in July. The interface test was conducted using the Active Layer Theatre Ballistic Missile Defense (ALTBMD) Integration Test Bed being developed by NATO.
Northrop Grumman-Built Space Cryocoolers Achieve Reliability Milestone With More Than 100 Years of Excellent On-Orbit Performance Northrop Grumman 27 Sep 2010 -- Cryocoolers built by Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) for satellite applications have recently accumulated over 100 years of flawless on-orbit performance. The company's long-life, pulse-tube cryocoolers are used to cool a wide variety of space-borne detectors used in missile warning, Earth and climate sciences, astronomy and cryogenic propellant management.
Raytheon Awarded $175 Million for Standard Missile-3 Block IIA Raytheon 27 Sep 2010 -- The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) awarded Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) a $175 million contract for the Standard Missile-3 Block IIA cooperative development program with Japan. The contract will provide continued funding for engineering and development efforts for the SM-3 Block IIA missile through the preliminary design review of the all-up-round, scheduled for early 2011.

Other Conflicts

Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, 27 September 2010 United Nations 27 Sep 2010
Press Conference by Organization of the Islamic Conference, 27 September 2010 United Nations 27 Sep 2010

GNP and "Principal Enemy" KCNA 27 Sep 2010 -- The Grand National Party of south Korea is defining the DPRK as the "principal enemy" in the "defense white paper" for this year.

Japan asks China to recall patrol boats from disputed islands RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2010 -- Japan has asked China to call back two patrol vessels from disputed islands in the East China Sea.
Russian Foreign Minister Urges 'Compromise' In Japan-China Dispute RFE/RL 27 Sep 2010 -- Russian FM Lavrov has called on China and Japan to "seek compromises" as the two remain locked diplomatic row.

Israeli Air Strike in Gaza Kills 3 Palestinian Militants VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- Palestinian officials in Gaza say an Israeli air strike has killed three gunmen belonging to the militant Islamic Jihad group.
Israel's Settlement Move Spurs Condemnation, Diplomacy VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- Israel's decision to end its freeze on new settlement construction in the West Bank has sparked international condemnation.
Mitchell Heads Back to Middle East to Deal With Settlements 'Dilemma' VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- US Middle East Envoy George Mitchell is traveling to the region for urgent talks on the "dilemma" posed by the expiration of settlement moratorium.
Ban 'disappointed' at Israel's move not to extend settlements moratorium UN News Centre 27 Sep 2010 -- Secretary-General Ban voiced disappointment at Israel’s move to not extend the moratorium on the building of Jewish settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory.
Palestinians Weigh Future of Peace Talks VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- The future of Israeli-Palestinian peace talks is uncertain after Israel allowed a freeze on settlement construction to expire.
Abbas: No Quick Decision on Peace Talks VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas says there will be no quick decision on whether to continue or pull out of peace talks with Israelis.
U.S. keeps pushing for direct Israeli-Palestinian talks after construction ban RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2010 -- The US still stands for direct talks between Israelis and Palestinians.
German FM to head to US amid crumbling Mideast peace talks IRNA 27 Sep 2010 -- German FM Westerwelle is to head to Washington for talks with his US counterpart Hillary Clinton on the crumbling Mideast peace negotiations.
Jewish boat seeks to break Israel siege of Gaza IRNA 27 Sep 2010 -- A boat carrying aid for Gaza and organized by Jewish groups worldwide is calling on all governments and people to speak and act against the illegal occupation and siege by Israel.
UN rights probe into Gaza flotilla incident rebukes Israel for 'unnecessary' violence UN News Centre 27 Sep 2010 -- Israel demonstrated “totally unnecessary violence” during its interception of the Gaza-bound flotilla on 31 May.
UN experts call on Israel, Palestinians to abide by rule of law in Gaza conflict probes UN News Centre 27 Sep 2010 -- A United Nations monitoring committee is concerned that Israel may not have investigated all allegations of serious humanitarian violations during its deadly conflict in Gaza.
ICC urged to rule on jurisdiction over Israeli war crimes in Gaza IRNA 27 Sep 2010 -- Amnesty International urged the ICC to decide on whether it can investigate alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza.

Somalia deserves no less than support given to Iraq, Afghanistan UN News Centre 27 Sep 2010 -- The UN envoy for Somalia called on international partners to help advance peace, stability and national reconciliation in nation.
Somali Sufi Group Backs Out of Government Power-Sharing Deal VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- A leader of Somalia's moderate Islamist Ahlu-Sunna Wal-Jama'a group says members of al-Shabab are holding top positions in the UN-backed Transitional Federal Government.

Security and access top agenda of latest Darfur talks between UN, AU and Sudan UN News Centre 27 Sep 2010 -- The security of civilians in Darfur as well as access for peacekeepers and aid agencies to those in need were among the issues discussed.
South Sudan referenda will be free and transparent, General Assembly hears UN News Centre 27 Sep 2010 -- The people of southern Sudan will be able to vote freely and in an atmosphere of transparency.
SPLM Warned Against Preventing Unity Campaigning VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- Top official of Sudan’s ruling party said his group will not accept the results of the 9th January referendum if the SPLM continues to prevent supporters of unity from freely campaigning.

NATO secretary general to visit Georgia this week RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2010 -- NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen will pay an official visit to Georgia on to discuss cooperation issues.

EU ministers extend sanctions against Transdnestr officials RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2010 -- The EU Council of Ministers extended by a year sanctions against several officials in the Moldavian breakaway region of Transdnestr.
International talks on Transdnestr settlement to begin in Vienna RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2010 -- Informal talks on the settlement of Moldova's breakaway region of Transdnestr in the "five-plus-two" format begin in Vienna.

Interpol continues to track Zakayev's movements RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2010 -- Interpol will continue to keep tabs on the movements of Chechen separatist leader Akhmed Zakayev, wanted on terrorist charges by Russia.

Papua New Guinea moves closer to contributing first blue helmets to UN missions UN News Centre 27 Sep 2010 -- The Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea announced to the General Assembly’s annual high-level debate.

News Reports

Kim Jong Il Issues Order on Promoting Military Ranks KCNA 27 Sep 2010 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il on Monday issued Order No. 0051 on promoting the military ranks of commanding officers of the KPA.
North Korean leader's son made a general - state media RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2010 -- The son of North Korean leader Kim Jong-il has been appointed a general, the country’s state media said.
North Korea Set to Convene Delayed Rare Political Conference VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- North Korea is preparing to convene a rare meeting of its only political party to select new leaders.
Ri Yong Ho Awarded Vice Marshal KCNA 27 Sep 2010 -- Ri Yong Ho was awarded the military rank of Vice Marshal of the Korean People's Army, according to Decision No. 07 of the DPRK National Defence Commission issued on Monday.
Korea's Reunification by Federation Formula Urged KCNA 27 Sep 2010 -- The problem of Korea's reunification should be solved on the basis of the three principles of independence, peaceful reunification and great national unity.
WPK Becomes Ideologically Pure Organization Party KCNA 27 Sep 2010 -- The Workers' Party of Korea is the party which has become an ideologically pure organization and an organizationally integral whole and achieved perfect unity in action.
Fidel Castro Meets DPRK Foreign Ministry Delegation KCNA 27 Sep 2010 -- Fidel Castro Ruz, first secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba, met and had a talk with the delegation of the DPRK Foreign Ministry.

Iran advises neighboring, friendly states not to play in US pitch IRNA 27 Sep 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Mehmanparast advised the neighboring and friendly states not to play in the US pitch.
Cuba calls for UN reform to prevent possible military attack against Iran UN News Centre 27 Sep 2010 -- Cuba called for radical reform to confront challenges that include paving the way to launch a military attack on Iran.
Iran Says 'Main Elements' Behind Bombing Killed RFE/RL 27 Sep 2010 -- Iran's elite Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps says it has killed "main elements" behind a recent bombing.

Pakistan Takes Chair Of UN Nuclear Watchdog RFE/RL 27 Sep 2010 -- Pakistan has taken over the chair of the International Atomic Energy Agency, the UN's nuclear watchdog, despite that country's exclusion from a key atomic agreement.
Pakistan elected Chairman of IAEA Board of Governors IRNA 27 Sep 2010 -- Pakistan was elected Monday as Chairman of the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency.

China, Russia Agree to Strengthen Strategic Partnership VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- The leaders of China and Russia have signed a statement to deepen their strategic partnership and cooperation.
Medvedev Meets Senior Chinese Leaders To Boost Ties RFE/RL 27 Sep 2010 -- Russian President Medvedev has met with Chinese senior leaders on the second day of a three-day visit in a bid to begin a new economic relationship.

Turkish diplomat named new UN special envoy for assistance to Pakistan UN News Centre 27 Sep 2010 -- Secretary-General Ban appointed Turkish diplomat Rauf Engin Soysal as the new UN Special Envoy for Assistance to Pakistan.

Kyrgyzstan makes case at UN for additional aid after violent clashes UN News Centre 27 Sep 2010 -- Kyrgyzstan’s needs further international assistance to recover from the effects of the inter-ethnic violence in June.

Venezuelan Socialists Retain Majority, Opposition Gains in Legislature VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- The Socialist party of Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez has won legislative elections, with opposition parties winning 35 percent of seats.
Chavez praises his party's "solid victory" in Venezuelan elections RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2010 -- Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez praised his party's victory in Sunday's parliamentary elections, although it may fail to retain its two-third majority.
Chavez Opposition Gains in Parliament VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- Venezuelan election officials say President Hugo Chavez's ruling Socialist Party has won the majority of seats in Sunday's parliamentary election.
Polls Close in Venezuela Legislative Elections VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- Voting has ended in Venezuela for legislative elections in which the ruling Socialist Party is seeking to fend off a challenge from opposition candidates.

Myanmar faces critical phase as elections loom UN News Centre 27 Sep 2010 -- The coming months will be critical for Myanmar as it prepares to stage the first national elections in two decades, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said.

Guineans Pause to Remember September Massacre VOA 27 Sep 2010 -- A Guinean human rights activist said a foundation has been set up to keep alive the memory of those unarmed opposition protesters massacred by the military on 28th September, 2009.

Kosovo President Resigns After Court Ruling RFE/RL 27 Sep 2010 -- Kosovo President Fatmir Sejdiu has announced his resignation in the wake of a Constitutional Court ruling that said he violated the constitution.

Coordinated effort needed against piracy, Tanzania urges at UN debate UN News Centre 27 Sep 2010 -- Tanzania’s PM Pinda told the General Assembly that a coordinated response is required to tackle piracy off the coast of Somalia.

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