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28 September 2010 Military News

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OIF/OEF Casualty Update 28 Sep 2010 [PDF]

Airpower Summary for September 21 AFNS 28 Sep 2010
Airpower Summary for September 22 AFNS 28 Sep 2010
Airpower Summary for September 23 AFNS 28 Sep 2010

US Soldier Held in Death of Soldiers in Iraq VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- The U.S. military says a soldier is being held in Iraq for allegedly killing two other American servicemen during an argument.

Afghan, Coalition Troops Detain Insurgents AFPS 28 Sep 2010 -- Afghan and International Security Assistance Force troops detained several insurgents during a combined operation in Helmand province.
Eye in sky provides overwatch for ground forces USMC News 28 Sep 2010 -- Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron 1 uses the unmanned aerial vehicle known as the RQ-7B "Shadow."
Suicide Attack Kills Afghan Deputy Governor VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- Afghan police say a suicide bomber has killed a top provincial official and at least five other people in eastern Afghanistan.
Suicide Bombing Kills Senior Afghan Provincial Figure, Others RFE/RL 28 Sep 2010 -- Afghan officials say a suicide attack has killed a provincial deputy governor and five others in the country's eastern Ghazni Province.
Petraeus Discusses Future of Afghan Detainees AFPS 28 Sep 2010 -- The top U.S. commander in Afghanistan toured the U.S. Detention Facility here yesterday, and discussed his vision for detention operations in Afghanistan.
More NATO Trainers Needed in Afghanistan, General Says AFPS 28 Sep 2010 -- More NATO trainers are needed to train Afghanistan’s soldiers and police to support the coalition’s strategy to turn over security responsibilities to the Afghans.
General: NATO Needs More Trainers in Afghanistan VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- A top NATO general says the transfer of security responsibility to Afghan troops hinges on whether more alliance trainers are made available.
Afghan Government Reveals New Peace Council RFE/RL 28 Sep 2010 -- Afghan President Hamid Karzai has announced the formation of a 70-member negotiation council that will push for peace with the Taliban.
Afghan Government Appoints Peace Council VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- The Afghan government has appointed a committee to negotiate peace talks with the Taliban, in an effort to get insurgents to lay down their arms.
EU Envoy Says Afghan Voting System 'Impedes' Democracy RFE/RL 28 Sep 2010 -- The top EU representative in Afghanistan, Vygaudas Usackas, has called for wide-ranging electoral reform in the country.
Afghan Minister Urges New War On Terror Networks RFE/RL 28 Sep 2010 -- Afghanistan's foreign minister has warned NATO and other allies that winning the war on terrorism will take a truly global effort.
US, India agree to keep in close touch on Afghanistan IRNA 28 Sep 2010 -- The US and India have agreed to 'keep in close touch' about developments in the war-torn nation as Washington appreciated New Delhi's efforts in the country.
US, Pakistan Discuss Border Incident VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- The Pentagon says U.S. and Pakistani military officials are discussing two incidents last week in which American helicopters crossed from Afghanistan into Pakistan.
Pakistan Protests NATO Air Strikes On Its Territory RFE/RL 28 Sep 2010 -- Pakistan has criticized a pair of NATO air strikes on its territory, saying they were a violation of its sovereignty.
US Military Court to Decide on Afghan War Crimes Case VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- U.S. military prosecutors say evidence shows a U.S. soldier should be court-martialed for war crimes in Afghanistan.

Senior Al-Qaida Leader Killed in Pakistan VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- Pakistani officials say suspected U.S. missile strikes in the country's northwestern tribal region have killed a senior al-Qaida leader, Sheikh al-Fateh.

Defense Policy / Programs

Defense Officials Testify on Cost-saving Measures AFPS 28 Sep 2010 -- Senior Defense Department officials here today detailed the department’s efforts to redirect $100 billion in defense spending over the next five years.
Gates Calls Development Integral to Security AFPS 28 Sep 2010 -- Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates was part of a high-powered panel discussion of the new U.S. global development policy.
APS-4 equipment makes waves Army News 28 Sep 2010 -- Army Prepositioned Stocks-4 (APS-4) watercraft made waves on their way from Yokohama Harbor to the shores of Ito City.
Atlantic Strike simulates real combat AFNS 28 Sep 2010 -- This was the south tactical lane portion of Atlantic Strike 10-02, an Air Combat Command sponsored joint exercise.
Mobile Training Team Peru Continues Partnership Building Navy NewsStand 28 Sep 2010 -- Security Force Assistance Mobile Training Team Peru completed the first week of the Level II small boat patrol operation training.
Uniform phaseout dates draw near AFNS 28 Sep 2010 -- With many phaseout and mandatory wear dates approaching, the look of Air Force uniforms will change slightly over the next year.
NAVFAC Hawaii Renovates 3rd Battalion Headquarters Navy NewsStand 28 Sep 2010 -- Renovations to 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment's headquarters building were recently completed with a final inspection held Sept. 23.

Russia to build new radars to deal with 'threats' RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2010 -- The Defense Ministry plans to put the Voronezh-DM radar station in south Russia's Armavir into a state of operational readiness.
Russia's newest nuclear sub completes sea trials RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2010 -- Russia's newest strategic nuclear-powered submarine, the Borey class Yury Dolgoruky, has completed sea trials.
Russian Navy to get fifth generation carrier fighter after 2020 RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2010 -- The appearance of a fifth generation fighter in Russian naval aviation will not happen before 2020.
Russia's military chief to visit Japan RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2010 -- The chief of Russia's Armed Forces General Staff, Gen. Nikolai Makarov will pay a working visit to Japan on September 28-29.

NATO discussing its new strategic concept - Appathurai RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2010 -- NATO Council envoys have begun to discuss a new strategic concept for the military alliance, NATO spokesman James Appathurai said.

U.S. Department of State Daily Press Briefing US Dept. of State 28 Sep 2010

Defense Industry

DoD News: Contracts for September 28, 2010
BAE SYSTEMS RECEIVES $14 MILLION CONTRACT TO SUPPORT TOMAHAWK MISSILE CONTROL SYSTEM BAE Systems 28 Sep 2010 -- BAE Systems will provide technical services to maintain the weapon control system for the Tomahawk cruise missile program under a U.S. Navy contract worth as much as $14.8 million. The contract was awarded by the Naval Surface Warfare Center at Dahlgren, Virginia, which the company has supported for more than 25 years.
BAE SYSTEMS AWARDED $3.6 MILLION CONTRACT TO PRODUCE INTEGRATED RESTRAINT AIRBAG SYSTEMS FOR GERMAN ARMOURED SECURITY VEHICLES BAE Systems 28 Sep 2010 -- BAE Systems, the world's second largest defence, security and aerospace company, has been awarded a $3.6 million contract by Krauss-Maffei Wegmann (KMW) to manufacture and deliver four-point harness safety restraints with integrated airbag systems for 125 German Boxer Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) vehicles.
Boeing Receives Multi-Year Contract from US Navy for 124 F/A-18 and EA-18 Aircraft Boeing 28 Sep 2010 -- The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] has been awarded a new multi-year procurement (MYP) contract from the U.S. Navy for 124 F/A-18E/F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft.
Boeing Awarded $19 Million Follow-on US Navy Field Services Contract Boeing 28 Sep 2010 -- The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] today announced it has received a U.S. Navy contract valued at up to $19 million to provide engineering and technical services in support of aircraft operations worldwide.
Boeing Completes 1st Flight Tests of MK-84 Laser Joint Direct Attack Munition Boeing 28 Sep 2010 -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] announced today that it successfully completed the first flight tests of the MK-84 Laser Joint Direct Attack Munition (Laser JDAM) this summer at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The first two of seven planned tests at Eglin demonstrated the 2,000-pound weapon's precision strike capability against fixed, relocatable and moving targets.
Northrop Grumman, Bell Helicopter Conduct First "Power-On" of New Fire-X Medium-Range Vertical Unmanned System Northrop Grumman 28 Sep 2010 -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) and Bell Helicopter, a Textron company (NYSE:TXT), have moved a significant step closer to being able to offer military users a vertical unmanned system that can ferry cargo – either internally or externally – over extended distances.
Northrop Grumman Chosen to Increase Efficiency for Next-Generation Military Laser Technology Northrop Grumman 28 Sep 2010 -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) will leverage its recent high-energy solid-state laser successes to advance electric laser technology by substantially increasing the efficiency of these systems for military uses.
Thales-Raytheon Systems Leads Industry Team to Respond to U.S. Marine Corps' CAC2S Program Proposal Raytheon 28 Sep 2010 -- Thales-Raytheon Systems Co. LLC, a U.S. company, is leading a team of industry experts to respond to the United States Marine Corps' Common Aviation Command and Control System (CAC2S) request for proposal. Thales-Raytheon Systems has provided specialized command and control systems for more than 45 years.
Thales-Raytheon Systems Leads Industry Team to Respond to U.S. Marine Corps' CAC2S Program Proposal Thales 28 Sep 2010 -- Thales-Raytheon Systems Co. LLC, a U.S. company, is leading a team of industry experts to respond to the United States Marine Corps' Common Aviation Command and Control System (CAC2S) request for proposal. Thales-Raytheon Systems has provided specialized command and control systems for more than 45 years.
Raytheon Completes GPS OCX Integrated Baseline Review Raytheon 28 Sep 2010 -- The Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) team developing the next-generation Global Positioning System (GPS) Advanced Control Segment (OCX) successfully completed on schedule an integrated baseline review with the U.S. Air Force.
Thales Alenia Space and Zodiac Data Systems team up on satellite traffic monitoring and interferences prevention solutions Thales 28 Sep 2010 -- During the Satellite Users Interference Reduction Group (SUIRG) annual conference from 28 au 30 September in San Francisco, Thales Alenia Space and Zodiac Data Systems are announcing that they plan to team up on solutions for the monitoring of satellite transmissions and protection against interferences, whether intentional or not.
Northrop Grumman Wins $2.63 Billion Information Technology Integration Project for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Headquarters Northrop Grumman 28 Sep 2010 -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) has been awarded a $2.63 billion task order by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) to install a campus-wide information technology (IT) infrastructure for secure communications and operations at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) St. Elizabeths headquarters in Washington, D.C.

Other Conflicts

Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, 28 September 2010 United Nations 28 Sep 2010

Anti-Sub Exercises Send Deterrence Message to North Korea AFPS 28 Sep 2010 -- The US and South Korea navies kicked off anti-submarine warfare exercises in the waters off the Korean peninsula.
US-S. Korean Warmongers' Anti-submarine Exercise Blasted KCNA 28 Sep 2010 -- South Korean forces and the US troops kicked off a five day-long joint anti-submarine exercise in the West Sea of Korea.

China and Japan Trade Verbal Spars Over Disputed Islands and Minerals VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- Japanese PM Kan has decided he will attend an Asia-Europe summit, which opens the possibility of a meeting with his Chinese counterpart.

Reports: US to Propose Israel Settlement Compromise VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- US envoy George Mitchell is set to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss a U.S. proposal that Israel extend a partial settlement freeze.
Two-pronged solution needed to end Middle East conflict UN News Centre 28 Sep 2010 -- The long-running conflict between Israelis and Palestinians is based on both emotional and practical problems.
US Envoy Resumes Mideast Mission VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- U.S. Middle East envoy George Mitchell arrives in Israel Tuesday to pressure Israeli and Palestinian leaders to continue peace talks.
Israeli Navy Intercepts Boatload of Activists Near Gaza VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- The Israeli navy has intercepted a sailboat carrying Jewish activists trying to reach Gaza, in defiance of an Israeli naval blockade.
EU foreign policy chief 'regrets' Israeli decision on settlements RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2010 -- The EU's foreign policy chief, Catherine Ashton, said she regretted the Israeli decision not to extend settlement moratorium.
Moscow concerned over renewed Israeli settlement construction RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2010 -- The Russian Foreign Ministry expressed its concern over Israel's decision to end a ten-month settlement freeze.
More countries at General Assembly back Middle East peace talks UN News Centre 28 Sep 2010 -- The resumption of direct peace talks between Israel and the Palestinian leaders received backing from more States at the General Assembly.
Iran asks for surveying new human rights abuses in Gaza IRNA 28 Sep 2010 -- Islamic Republic of Iran asked for establishment of an independent international body to survey recent cases of serious human rights abuses in Gaza.
Syria says it is ready to make peace with Israel if it fulfils UN resolutions UN News Centre 28 Sep 2010 -- Syria said today that it “has the will” to make peace with Israel within the framework of UN resolutions.

Fear Tajik Opposition Stronghold Could Become Insurgency Hotbed RFE/RL 28 Sep 2010 -- It was just a few weeks ago that Tajik President Emomali Rahmon was traveling to his country's eastern Rasht region on a mission of goodwill.

SOMALIA: Somaliland and Puntland to cooperate on security IRIN 28 Sep 2010 -- Somaliland and Puntland, once-warring territories in northern Somalia, have unprecedentedly agreed in principle to work together to tackle common security threats.
UN envoy for Somalia calls for coordinated strategy against maritime piracy UN News Centre 28 Sep 2010 -- UN envoy for Somalia called for a coordinated political, military and development strategy to combat the scourge of piracy.

Sudan Referendum Commission Not Yet Ready for Registration VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- The chairman of Sudan's referendum commission said there is no specific date scheduled for registration to begin.
US Seeks Breakthrough on Sudan Referendum VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- State Department: US diplomats are working with northern and southern Sudanese officials in an effort to clear away a key obstacle to referendum.
Sudan's Ruling Party Sets Conditions for Vote VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- Sudan's northern-based government says it will not accept the results of an upcoming independence referendum in the south unless the vote is free.
Sudanese Vice President Urges U.N. to Reject Arrest Warrants VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- Sudanese Vice President Ali Osman Taha has called on the United Nations to reject the ICC arrest warrant against President Omar al-Bashir.

Senior UN official in DR Congo to investigate mass rape of civilians UN News Centre 28 Sep 2010 -- A leading United Nations official in the fight against sexual violence during conflict began a week-long visit to DRC.

Eritrea alleges UN 'ignoring' Ethiopian occupation of its territory UN News Centre 28 Sep 2010 -- Eritrea’s FM: UN “continues to ignore” Ethiopia’s failure to comply with the ruling of an international commission.

Pakistani official calls for peaceful solution to Kashmir dispute at UN UN News Centre 28 Sep 2010 -- Pakistan’s Foreign Minister told the General Assembly today that his country is willing to engage in a dialogue with India to find an “amicable” solution to the dispute over Kashmir, which he noted is one of the oldest on the agenda of the United Nations.
India Braces For Verdict In Charged Religious Property Dispute VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- India's Supreme Court has cleared the final hurdle to a verdict in a highly sensitive property dispute between Hindus and Muslims.

Timorese police resume responsibility from UN for key security bodies UN News Centre 28 Sep 2010 -- The Timorese national police force resumed primary responsibility for the fledgling nation’s Immigration Department, Border Patrol Unit and Interpol Office.

Serbia's Sandzak Becomes Balkans' Latest Hot Spot RFE/RL 28 Sep 2010 -- Even in a region accustomed to ethnic irritations and a complex mosaic of loyalties, Sandzak's outright rejection of national pride is seen as unusual.

News Reports

North Korean leader re-elected general secretary RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2010 -- The North Korean leader Kim Jong-il was re-elected general secretary of the Worker's Party of Korea.
Kim Jong Il Reelected as General Secretary KCNA 28 Sep 2010 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il was reelected as general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea.
North Korean Leader's Son Promoted to General VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- North Korea leader Kim Jong Il's youngest son has been made an army general.
Official Report on Plenum of WPK Central Committee KCNA 28 Sep 2010 -- The following official report on the September 2010 Plenary Meeting of the Workers' Party of Korea Central Committee was released on September 28.
Resolution of WPK Conference on Revision of Rules KCNA 28 Sep 2010 -- The following is the resolution of the Conference of the Workers' Party of Korea on the revision of the rules of the WPK adopted on Sept. 28.
WPK Conference Held KCNA 28 Sep 2010 -- The Conference of the Workers' Party of Korea was held with success in Pyongyang on Sept. 28.
Presidium of Political Bureau KCNA 28 Sep 2010 -- The Presidium of the Political Bureau of the Workers' Party of Korea Central Committee is made up of Kim Jong Il, Kim Yong Nam, Choe Yong Rim, Jo Myong Rok and Ri Yong Ho.
Members and Alternate Members of Political Bureau KCNA 28 Sep 2010 -- Members of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea are Kim Jong Il, Kim Yong Nam, Choe Yong Rim, Jo Myong Rok, Ri Yong Ho, Kim Yong Chun, Jon Pyong Ho, Kim Kuk Thae, Kim Ki Nam, Choe Thae Bok, Yang Hyong Sop, Kang Sok Ju, Pyon Yong Rip, Ri Yong Mu, Ju Sang Song, Hong Sok Hyong and Kim Kyong Hui.
Secretariat of WPK Central Committee KCNA 28 Sep 2010 -- The Secretariat of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea is as follows:
Central Military Commission Organized KCNA 28 Sep 2010 -- The Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea is as follows:
Department Directors Appointed KCNA 28 Sep 2010 -- Kim Ki Nam, Jang Song Thaek, Kim Yong Il, Kim Phyong Hae, Ri Yong Su, Ju Kyu Chang, Hong Sok Hyong, Kim Kyong Hui, Choe Hui Jong, O Il Jong, Kim Yang Gon, Kim Jong Im, Chae Hui Jong and Thae Jong Su were appointed as department directors of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea.
Members and Alternate Members of WPK Central Committee KCNA 28 Sep 2010 -- The following are members of the WPK Central Committee.
Control Commission Elected KCNA 28 Sep 2010 -- The September 2010 Plenum of the Workers' Party of Korea Central Committee took place here on September 28.
First Plenum of WPK Central Auditing Commission Held KCNA 28 Sep 2010 -- The First Plenary Meeting of the Central Auditing Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea was held here on Sept. 28.
Ban discusses humanitarian issues with senior DPR Korea minister UN News Centre 28 Sep 2010 -- Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon expressed concern about the humanitarian situation in the DPRK.
Story of Kim Jong Il KCNA 28 Sep 2010 -- On April 15, Juche 86 (1997) General Secretary Kim Jong Il inspected an army unit defending Height 1211 in the frontline area.

Iran ready for nuclear talks with Vienna group IRNA 28 Sep 2010 -- FM spokesman Mehmanparast: Islamic Republic of Iran is always ready for holding talks with the Vienna Group about the nuclear affairs.
Mehmanparast advises Russia not to join US game IRNA 28 Sep 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast advised Russia not to join the US game.
Mottaki to talk on fate of Iranian detainees in US with UN chief IRNA 28 Sep 2010 -- FM Mottaki: to talk on the fate of Iranian detainees in the US during his upcoming meeting with UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon.
Shourd Seeks 'Compassion' from Iran's Judiciary VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- An American hiker who spent more than a year in an Iranian prison says she and two other hikers were "victims of bad circumstances."
FM spokesman: Cases of arrested Americans following legal procedure IRNA 28 Sep 2010 -- Iran’s FM Mehmanparast said the cases of the two Americans arrested for illegal entry to Iran were still going through the legal procedure.
Larijani: Obama's reaction to President's remarks, disgraceful IRNA 28 Sep 2010 -- Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Larijani: US president's reaction to his Iranian counterpart's statements was 'shocking' and 'disgraceful.'
Analysts: Stuxnet Raises Concerns About Vulnerability of Nuclear, Industrial Facilties VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- A powerful computer virus called the Stuxnet worm has apparently targeted Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant.

Nepal's determination to peace process 'unwavering,' UN gathering hears UN News Centre 28 Sep 2010 -- Drafting a new constitution is the next crucial step in Nepal’s “historic transformation."

Security Council to send more UN troops to Côte d'Ivoire ahead of upcoming polls UN News Centre 28 Sep 2010 -- The Security Council urged parties in Côte d’Ivoire to ensure the holding of the country’s long-delayed presidential polls next month.
Sierra Leone at critical juncture in peacebuilding efforts, UN warned UN News Centre 28 Sep 2010 -- Sierra Leone faces good opportunities but also major risks from upcoming elections and newly found mineral wealth.

Another Delay Possible in Guinea Run-off VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- Guinea could miss a proposed October 10th poll date for its presidential run-off, thanks to candidate disputes.

Nigerian Electoral Commission Welcomes Request for Delay VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- An official with Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission has welcomed President Goodluck Jonathan’s letter to lawmakers asking for a delay in scheduled January elections.
Nigerian Legislators Pondering Vote Delay VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- Nigerian lawmakers said they are willing to consider postponing legislative, presidential and gubernatorial polls.

Kenya Sends Mixed Signals as ICC Team Arrives VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- Investigators from the ICC have arrived in Kenya to investigate suspected crimes against humanity committed during the 2007 post-election crisis.

Myanmar voices confidence at UN debate that upcoming elections will be orderly UN News Centre 28 Sep 2010 -- Myanmar is confident that upcoming elections will be orderly and successful.
Japan becomes first-ever Asian nation to resettle refugees - UN UN News Centre 28 Sep 2010 -- Flashing cameras and well-wishers’ applause greeted 18 refugees when they touched down today in Tokyo, where they will begin new lives.

Russia, China Praise Their Relationship VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- Russia and China, once bitter foes during the Cold War, have praised their current relationship as their leaders concluded new cooperative pacts between the countries.
China Urges No Nobel Peace Prize for Chinese Dissident VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- China says jailed dissident Liu Xiaobo should not be considered for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.

Spy Sutyagin wants to return to Russia, has plans for book RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2010 -- Igor Sutyagin, one of four Russians exchanged as part of a Russian-US spy swap in early July, said he hopes to return to Russia.

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