27 June 2013 Military News

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OIF/OEF/OND Casualty Update 27 Jun 2013 [PDF]

U.S. Expecting More Attacks By Taliban In Afghanistan RFE/RL 27 Jun 2013 -- The U.S. special envoy to Afghanistan and Pakistan is warning that despite the prospect of peace talks with the Taliban, the United States expects violence in Afghanistan to continue.
Alert Reaper Airmen find IED AFNS 27 Jun 2013 -- EOD later reported the partially buried object was an IED weighing approximately 150 pounds.
UN: Afghanistan is Top Opium Producer, User VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- Afghanistan once again was the world’s largest opium producer in 2012, churning out 74 percent of the world illegal opium.
2 CR cases colors in preparation for Afghanistan Army News 27 Jun 2013 -- In order to formally represent the unit's rapidly approaching departure to Afghanistan, 2d Cavalry Regiment Troops conducted a colors casing ceremony.
Remarks by NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen to Georgian troops preparing to deploy to Afghanistan NATO 27 Jun 2013

Defense Policy / Programs

DOD Releases Revised Military Intelligence Program (MIP) Request for Fiscal Year 2014 DoD 27 Jun 2013
Air Force announces preferred alternative for security forces regional training center consolidation AFNS 27 Jun 2013 -- Air Force officials announced that Fort Bliss, Texas was chosen as the preferred alternative for the Security Forces Ground Combat Training Center.
Army confirms one brigade will be inactivated at Fort Drum Army News 27 Jun 2013 -- The Department of the Army announced that the 3rd Brigade Combat Team of the 10th Mountain Division at Fort Drum will be among a dozen BCTs that will be inactivated.
U.S. Marines conclude training in Jordan, return to sea USMC News 27 Jun 2013 -- Combined arms live-fire exercise was the final demonstration concluding Exercise Eager Lion 2013, an exercise planned for over a year, June 20, 2013.
19th CARAT Philippines Supports Strong and Enduring Maritime Relationship NNS 27 Jun 2013 -- The 19th annual Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training Philippines exercise commenced with an opening ceremony in Subic Bay, June 27.
Patriots' role with Contingency Expeditionary Force mission Army News 27 Jun 2013 -- Trainer/Mentors from the 174th Infantry Brigade served as embedded Observer/Coaches augmenting the 78th Division Combat Support Training Exercise.
K-9s, Marines provide special capability USMC News 27 Jun 2013 -- Dogs have played important roles in military operations throughout history, serving as messengers, scouts, sentries and even combatants.
III MEF Marines test new uniform materials at JWTC USMC News 27 Jun 2013 -- Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force and personnel with Marine Corps Systems Command tested four materials for use in tropical or jungle uniforms.
Ginowan, Futenma officials sign agreement specifying disaster preparedness procedures USMC News 27 Jun 2013 -- Mayor Atsushi Sakima of Ginowan City and Col. James G. Flynn, commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, signed a bilateral agreement June 26.
Judge Allows Emotional Evidence in Fort Hood Trial VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- The judge in the trial of a U.S. Army major accused of killing 13 people has ruled that an emotional recording of a dying victim can be used as evidence.
Dempsey: Cyberattacks Could Prompt Conventional Response AFPS 27 Jun 2013 -- Cyberattacks on U.S. infrastructure or networks could be met with a conventional military response, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said.
DOD Readies Elements Crucial to Cyber Operations AFPS 27 Jun 2013 -- Hard work by the administration, the services and the leadership at U.S. Cyber Command is putting in place elements crucial to defending U.S. and allied interests in cyberspace.
Dempsey: Cybercom Likely to Continue Gaining Prominence AFPS 27 Jun 2013 -- U.S. Cyber Command likely will one day become a separate command.
DOD Must Stay Ahead of Cyber Threat, Dempsey Says AFPS 27 Jun 2013 -- In its mission to defend the nation, the Defense Department must stay ahead of the ongoing technological revolution and its attendant rise in “anywhere, any time” cyber threats.
Official Describes Joint Information Environment Blueprint AFPS 27 Jun 2013 -- The Defense Information Systems Agency will focus on security, efficiencies and mobility as it continues to develop the joint information environment.
Navy Announces Award of Next Generation Enterprise Network Contract NNS 27 Jun 2013 -- The Navy awarded Hewlett Packard Enterprise Services a firm-fixed-price award fee contract for the Next Generation Enterprise Network June 27.
Marine Corps leadership prepares for natural disaster response USMC News 27 Jun 2013 -- Preparation for catastrophe is of great priority to the Marine Corps.
Jennies to jets to stealth: Bomb wing turns 90 AFNS 27 Jun 2013 -- The 131st Bomb Wing's history really began with its co-located flying squadron, now the 110th Bomb Squadron, which traces its roots back to the 110th Observation Squadron.
Luke AFB F-16 crashes, pilots safely eject AFNS 27 Jun 2013 -- An F-16 fighter jet with the 309th Fighter Squadron crashed. There were two pilots on board. Both safely ejected and have been recovered. Neither pilot was injured.
Statement by Secretary Hagel on Abuse of the Discretionary Allotment System by Financial Services Institutions DoD 27 Jun 2013
Readout - Secretary Hagel Attends Response Systems to Adult Sexual Assault Crimes Panel Meeting DoD 27 Jun 2013
Navy Ship Assists Distressed Vessel at Sea NNS 27 Jun 2013 -- Mariners aboard USNS Seay rendered assistance to a commercial vessel in distress while underway in the Indian Ocean, June 25.

Russian Defense Ministry Discloses Rearmament Plans RIA Novosti 27 Jun 2013 -- Russia’s Defense Ministry has disclosed details of the timing of its plan to increase the share of modern weapons in the armed forces to 70 percent by 2020.
Russia to Build 100 New Military Bases and Airfields RIA Novosti 27 Jun 2013 -- About 100 new defense infrastructure facilities, including airfields and Army and Navy maintenance and supply bases, will be built in Russia to accommodate new weapon systems.
Russia to Upgrade Its Bases in Armenia RIA Novosti 27 Jun 2013 -- Russian military bases in Armenia will be modernized and upgraded, Armenia’s top national security official said.

Third Joint Strike Fighter for the UK arrives UK MOD 27 Jun 2013 -- The third of the UK's F-35 short take-off and vertical landing Lightning II aircraft has arrived at Eglin US Air Force Base in Florida.
Joint press conference by NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen and President Mikheil Saakashvili of Georgia - Secretary General’s opening remarks NATO 27 Jun 2013
NATO and Georgia – on the right path NATO 27 Jun 2013
Opening remarks by NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen at the meeting of NATO Ambassadors with President Mikheil Saakashvili of Georgia NATO 27 Jun 2013

Indian Armed forces seek star-war weapon systems IRNA 27 Jun 2013 -- Indian armed forces are planning to spend around Rs 6000bn to get hi-tech equipment.

Presidential Office denies military reshuffle report CNA 27 Jun 2013 -- The Presidential Office denied that there will be a reshuffle of senior military personnel in the near future.

Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney, Deputy National Security Advisor for Strategic Communications Ben Rhodes, and USAID Administrator Raj Shah The White House 27 Jun 2013
U.S. Department of State Daily Press Briefing, June 27, 2013 US Dept. of State 27 Jun 2013

Defense Industry

DoD News: Contracts for June 27, 2013

Other Conflicts

Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, 27 June 2013 United Nations 27 Jun 2013
Ban welcomes anti-piracy strategy adopted by leaders from West, Central Africa UN News Centre 27 Jun 2013 -- Secretary-General Ban has welcomed the adoption by a summit of African leaders of a regional strategy against piracy and other illegal maritime activities.

CIA moving arms to Jordan for Syria’s militants, report says PressTV 27 Jun 2013 -- The US Central Intelligence Agency has begun transferring weapons to Jordan in order to arm militants fighting against the Syrian government.
Iran rejects Saudi Arabia's claims about Iran's interference in Syria PressTV 27 Jun 2013 -- Iran has rejected Saudi Arabia’s recent claims about the involvement of Iran in the conflict in Syria.
Iranian Religious Orator Reportedly In Syria To Defend Holy Shrine RFE/RL 27 Jun 2013 -- Iranian religious orator Hamid Alimi is a well-known figure in the city of Isfahan, where he regularly attends religious ceremonies to chant about Shi'ite figures.
Russia Denies Personnel Withdrawn From Syrian Base RFE/RL 27 Jun 2013 -- The Russian military has denied media reports that personnel were withdrawn from its naval base in Syria.
Russian Navy Pulls Personnel Out of Syria Base – Deputy FM RIA Novosti 27 Jun 2013 -- Russia currently has no military personnel at its resupply facility in the Syrian port of Tartus.
Report: Syria Most Expensive ICRC Humanitarian Operation VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- Syria has moved ahead of Afghanistan to become the International Committee of the Red Cross' most expensive humanitarian operation this year.
ICRC deplores security challenges for personnel in Syria operations delivering health services IRNA 27 Jun 2013 -- The International Committee of the Red Cross deplored security challenges for its personnel in Syria operations delivering health services.
Readout of Secretary Kerry's Call with Lebanese President Michel Sleiman US Dept. of State 27 Jun 2013
UN Prolongs Peacekeeper Mandate in Golan Heights RIA Novosti 27 Jun 2013 -- The United Nations Security Council prolonged the presence of a UN peacekeeping force in the disputed Golan Heights region between Syria and Israel for another six months.
Security Council extends UN force in Golan Heights, calling for greater support UN News Centre 27 Jun 2013 -- The Security Council extended the United Nations peacekeeping force in the Golan Heights for another six months.

In Somalia, UN political chief offers solidarity, support in wake of recent attack UN News Centre 27 Jun 2013 -- The United Nations political chief tvisited Somalia to express solidarity in the aftermath of the recent attack on the world body's compound.
Bombing Rocks Kismayo as Factions Fight for Control VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- In the Somali city of Kismayo, Kenyan forces took casualties when their convoy hit a roadside bomb.

Nigeria school attacks spur vigilante groups IRIN 27 Jun 2013 -- Youths in northern Nigeria’s Borno State are increasingly joining vigilante gangs to pass on the identity of Boko Haram members to the military-police Joint Task Force.

Mali Army Captain Apologizes for Coup VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- The army officer behind last year's destabilizing coup in Mali has asked the Malian people for forgiveness.

Seoul, Beijing Agree on Denuclearized Korea VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- South Korean President Park Geun-hye and her Chinese counterpart, President Xi Jinping, agreed at a summit in Beijing to push for denuclearization of the Korean peninsula.
South Korea's Park in Beijing for Summit with Xi VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- South Korean President Park Geun-hye has arrived in Beijing for a four-day summit with Chinese leaders, with North Korea expected to top the agenda.
South Korea president arrives in China PressTV 27 Jun 2013 -- South Korea’s President Park Geun-hye has arrived in the Chinese capital for talks with China’s officials, which will mainly focus on the issue of North Korea and its nuclear program.
S. Korean Authorities Accused of Fully Opening Minutes of Inter-Korean Summit to Public KCNA 27 Jun 2013 -- The spokesman for the Committee for the Peaceful Reunification of Korea issued an urgent statement.

Kerry, Netanyahu Meet as Israel Stresses Security VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in a bid to revive Israeli-Palestinian peace negotiations.
Kerry: Israeli, Palestinian Leaders Tested in Peace Process VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas are both being tested politically in pursuit of peace.
Israel Approves Settlements Before Kerry Visit VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- Israel has announced plans to build dozens of housing units in an East Jerusalem settlement, a day before U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry makes another push to revive Israeli-Palestinian peace talks.

NATO Lambasts Russian Fences in Breakaway Georgian Region RIA Novosti 27 Jun 2013 -- NATO on Thursday once again harshly criticized Russia’s construction of barbed-wire fences along an ex-Georgian region’s 350-kilometer border with that country.

Kosovar Parliament Ratifies Serbia Deal As Protesters Clash With Police RFE/RL 27 Jun 2013 -- Kosovo's parliament has overwhelmingly ratified an EU-brokered agreement aimed at normalizing ties with Serbia.

UN Security Council Decision to Transfer Chapter VII Mandate to the UN Assistance Mission in Iraq US Dept. of State 27 Jun 2013
UN Security Council eases some sanctions on Iraq over 1990 invasion of Kuwait UN News Centre 27 Jun 2013 -- The United Nations Security Council eased some of its sanctions against Iraq.

News Reports

Remarks by President Obama and President Sall of the Republic of Senegal at Joint Press Conference The White House 27 Jun 2013
FACT SHEET: U.S. Support for Strengthening Democratic Institutions, Rule of Law, and Human Rights in Sub-Saharan Africa The White House 27 Jun 2013
Obama Praises Senegal, Calls Mandela 'Hero for World' VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- In Senegal on the first leg of a three-nation Africa trip designed to demonstrate his re-engagement with the continent, U.S. President Barack Obama praised democratic progress made by African nations.
Obama Seeks Stronger US Trade Ties in Africa VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- President Barack Obama says the U.S. wants ties with Africa based on trade and partnership instead of aid and assistance.

Snowden’s Stay in Moscow Souring Relations with US VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- Edward Snowden, the fugitive American intelligence leaker, missed another plane to Havana.
Obama Vows 'No Wheeling And Dealing' For Snowden RFE/RL 27 Jun 2013 -- President Barack Obama says he won't engage in "wheeling and dealing and trading" to get Edward Snowden extradited to the United States.
Obama: 'Significant Vulnerability' at US Spy Agency VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- U.S. President Barack Obama says the disclosure of the government's clandestine surveillance programs shows there is a "pretty significant vulnerability" at the secretive NSA.
The US Will Not Barter for Snowden – Obama RIA Novosti 27 Jun 2013 -- US President Barack Obama said that the United States would not engage in “wheeling and dealing” to win the extradition of former CIA employee Edward Snowden.
US Senator Aims to Force Russia’s Hand on Snowden RIA Novosti 27 Jun 2013 -- A senior US lawmaker has said he is preparing a package of measures to pressure Russia to assist the United States in securing the detention of former CIA employee Edward Snowden.
Russian Parliament Invites Snowden to Investigate Spying Claims RIA Novosti 27 Jun 2013 -- Russia’s parliament extended an invitation to fugitive ex-CIA employee Edward Snowden to help investigate whether firms provided info about Russian citizens to the US government.
Ecuador Official Says No Transit Document Issued for Snowden RIA Novosti 27 Jun 2013 -- Ecuadorian authorities did not issue any travel document for fugitive former CIA employee Edward Snowden.
Ecuador's president blasts US media on criticism for Snowden asylum offer PressTV 27 Jun 2013 -- Ecuador’s President Rafael Correa has blasted criticism of his country for possible granting of asylum to NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden.
Venezuela will 'almost certainly' grant asylum to Snowden: Maduro PressTV 27 Jun 2013 -- Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has hailed NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden for his courage.

Amano calls for talks with Iran on nuclear program IRNA 27 Jun 2013 -- Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Yukiya Amano called for talks with Iran on the country's nuclear program.
Abbasi: IAEA seasonal report acknowledges peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear program IRNA 27 Jun 2013 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, Fereydoun Abbasi, said that IAEA seasonal report acknowledged peaceful nature of Iranian nuclear program.
Japan oil imports from Iran doubled in May PressTV 27 Jun 2013 -- A recent report shows that Japan’s crude oil imports from Iran more than doubled in May compared to the corresponding period last year.

Morsi's First Year Leaves Egypt Divided VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- It has been a difficult first year for Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi, whose opponents call for it to be his last.
Egyptian Leader Warns Of Unrest, Paralysis RFE/RL 27 Jun 2013 -- President Muhammad Morsi has warned that continuing unrest is threatening to "paralyze" Egypt, and has renewed offers of a reform process.
Egypt key opposition leader criticizes Morsi PressTV 27 Jun 2013 -- A top opposition leader in Egypt has strongly criticized President Mohammed Morsi for his failure to offer a detailed roadmap for national reconciliation.

Change Not Likely After Qatar's Leadership Transition VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- The new emir of Qatar says he will continue to follow the "path" set by his father, who abdicated the throne earlier this week.
Qatari ruler praises ‘miraculous’ success of father PressTV 27 Jun 2013 -- Qatar’s new ruler Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has praised his father Sheikh Hamad, saying the former emir achieved ‘miraculous’ successes during 18 years of ruling the country.

Pakistan Investigates Treason Charges Against Musharraf VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- Pakistan has taken steps that could lead to a treason trial of former prime minister Pervez Musharraf.

China Raises Death Toll in Xinjiang Unrest to 35 VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- China has raised the death toll from the worst outbreak of violence in years in its western Xinjiang region.
HRW: 2 Million Tibetans Forcibly Relocated Since 2006 VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- Millions of Tibetans have been forced to leave their homes and livelihoods as part of a mass government relocation program.
Uyghur Groups Urge Probe Into Xinjiang Violence RFE/RL 27 Jun 2013 -- Two Uyghur exile groups have urged an independent investigation into the death of 27 people in China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region.

Police in Brazil fire tear gas in clashes PressTV 27 Jun 2013 -- Police in Brazil have fired tear gas in clashes with protesters in the northeastern city of Fortaleza where Spain and Italy played their semifinal football match.
Massive student protest rally in Chile capital turns violent PressTV 27 Jun 2013 -- More than 100,000 students have taken part in a nationwide protest rally in Chilean capital of Santiago against government educational reforms as the event turned violent.

S. Africa’s President Visits Mandela Twice in 24 Hours VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- South African President Jacob Zuma on Thursday visited anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela for the second time in under 24 hours, a sign of growing concern about the former president’s health.
Amid Mandela’s Health Concerns, Zuma Cancels Trip VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- South African President Jacob Zuma has cancelled a one-day trip to neighboring Mozambique amid reports that anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela remains in critical condition.
Nelson Mandela In Critical Condition; Obama Calls Him A 'Hero' RFE/RL 27 Jun 2013 -- South African Nobel Peace Prize laureate Nelson Mandela remains in critical condition in a hospital.
South Africa’s Zuma cancels visit as Mandela's health worsens PressTV 27 Jun 2013 -- South Africa’s President Jacob Zuma has canceled a visit to neighboring Mozambique over growing concerns about the health of the country’s anti-apartheid revolutionary leader Nelson Mandela.

Elbegdorj Re-elected as Mongolia's President VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- Mongolian President Elbegdorj Tsakhia has won a second term, in an election dominated by a debate over the country's vast mining wealth.
Mongolian President Wins Second Term RFE/RL 27 Jun 2013 -- Mongolia's incumbent president has won a second four-year term.

Zambia Revokes Former President Banda’s Diplomatic Passport VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- Attorneys for former Zambian President Rupiah Banda plan to meet with him Friday to discuss reports the government had revoked his diplomatic passport.

Foreign Policy Challenges Await Australia's New PM VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- Australia's former leader, Kevin Rudd, was sworn in Thursday as prime minister, three years after being ousted from the post by Julia Gillard.
Kevin Rudd sworn in as Australia’s new prime minister PressTV 27 Jun 2013 -- Kevin Rudd has taken the oath of office as Australia’s prime minister, following a challenge with Julia Gillard for the leadership of the Labor Party.

OSCE Concerned by Russia’s Ban on WWII Red Army Criticism RIA Novosti 27 Jun 2013 -- A bill to outlaw criticism of the Red Army’s actions during World War II is “potentially dangerous” for media freedom in Russia.

Nabucco Pipeline Suffers Setback As Rival Expected To Get Azeri Gas RFE/RL 27 Jun 2013 -- Ten years ago, hopes were high there would be a major pipeline connecting Europe directly to the gas fields of the Caspian Basin and the Middle East.
Europe Opts for Gas Pipeline Running from Azerbaijan to S. Italy VOA 27 Jun 2013 -- A European consortium aiming to build a natural gas pipeline from Azerbaijan to Western Europe has rejected a costlier, longer version called Nabucco.

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