01 July 2013 Military News

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OIF/OEF/OND Casualty Update 01 Jul 2013 [PDF]

Top U.S. forces general speaks about evolution of Afghanistan USMC News 01 Jul 2013 -- United States Marine Corps Gen. Joseph Dunford, the commander of ISAF and U.S. Forces-Afghanistan briefed the Pentagon press corps on the condition of Afghanistan.
Security Airmen take action while under attack AFNS 01 Jul 2013 -- A quick and efficient response by Afghan and U.S. Air Force security forces personnel helped defeat an attack by insurgents at Kabul International Airport earlier this month, according to U.S. military officials.
Nearly 300 Afghan Police Killed In One Month RFE/RL 01 Jul 2013 -- Nearly 300 Afghan local and national police officers were reported killed in the span of a month.
In Afghanistan, UN deputy chief reiterates commitment to country’s long-term development UN News Centre 01 Jul 2013 -- Deputy Secretary-General Jan Eliasson praised the country’s progress.
India, Pakistan Can Play Role in Afghanistan's Development VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- Even after the drawdown of the American troops from Afghanistan, the region’s stability will remain an important part of the U.S. foreign policy.
Increased fighting takes toll on health care in Afghanistan IRIN 01 Jul 2013 -- It is close to midday and a group of patients wait outside the Mirwais regional hospital in southern Afghanistan’s Kandahar city.
Engineer Soldiers 'ready to rock' for slated deployment Army News 01 Jul 2013 -- 55th Mobility Augmentation Company and 509th Engineer Company certified for an upcoming deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

Defense Policy / Programs

Remarks With Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida, and Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Yun Byung-se Before Their Meeting US Dept. of State 01 Jul 2013
U.S.-Japan-Republic of Korea Trilateral Meeting US Dept. of State 01 Jul 2013
Kerry: US, China, Japan 'United' on N. Korea Denuclearization VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says China is taking "firm steps" to convince North Korea to give up its nuclear weapons program.
North Korea condemns remarks by South Korean President Park PressTV 01 Jul 2013 -- North Korea has condemned recent remarks by South Korean President Park Geun-hye about denuclearization of the country.
CPRK Accuses S. Korean Chief Executive of Her Anti-DPRK Remarks KCNA 01 Jul 2013 -- The spokesman for the Committee for the Peaceful Reunification of Korea gave the following answer to a question put by KCNA.

Army spells out long-term plan for equipping force after drawdowns Army News 01 Jul 2013 -- One of the tasks now facing the Army is getting "the right equipment, to the right units, on the right installations, at the absolute least possible cost," wrote the Army's vice chief of staff.
First KC-46 assembly begins AFNS 01 Jul 2013 -- Boeing's announcement this past week that they have begun assembly of the first KC-46 wing spar is a significant event for the Air Force tanker program.
Airmen played 'opfor' during Pacific exercise AFNS 01 Jul 2013 -- The 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron participated in exercise Pacific Bond 2013 June 24 and 25, in support of the U.S. Navy, Royal Australian Navy and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force fleet defense training.
USS Hue City Starts Tiger Cruise NNS 01 Jul 2013 -- USS Hue City began its end-of-deployment tiger cruise after arriving in Norfolk, July 1.
UH-60A/L/M Black Hawk Product Office deactivated; UH-60L Digital Product Directorate formed Army News 01 Jul 2013 -- On June 26, the UH-60 A/L/M Product Office was officially deactivated in a ceremony, and a new product directorate for UH-60L Digital was formed.
RQ-21A Small UAS completes first East Coast flight USMC News 01 Jul 2013 -- The RQ-21A Small Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System completed its first East Coast flight from Webster Field Annex.
Picatinny ammo goes from regular to unleaded Army News 01 Jul 2013 -- The switch to the new 5.56 mm green bullet, the M855A1 Enhanced Performance Round, or EPR, in 2010 has eliminated nearly two thousand tons of lead from the waste stream.
Western Accord 13 Begins Command Post Exercise AFRICOM 01 Jul 2013 -- Ghana Armed Forces along with U.S. Army Africa concluded week one of Western Accord 13 and began a command post exercise.
Statement by Secretary Hagel on the 40th Anniversary of the All-Volunteer Force DoD 01 Jul 2013
DOD at Work on New Cyber Strategy AFPS 01 Jul 2013 -- The Defense Department released its first strategy for operating in cyberspace two years ago this month.
Commanding Officer Relieved at Naval Air Facility El Centro NNS 01 Jul 2013 -- Commander, Navy Region Southwest, Rear Adm. Smith, relieved Capt. Devon Jones, commanding officer of Naval Air Facility El Centro due to loss of faith and confidence in his ability to command.

Russia, China Set Dates for Summer Joint Military Exercises RIA Novosti 01 Jul 2013 -- Russia and China have set dates for joint military exercises to be held this summer.
Russian Military Inspectors to Fly Over Norway RIA Novosti 01 Jul 2013 -- Russian military inspectors will make surveillance flights over the territory of Norway under the international Open Skies Treaty.

Opening remarks by NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen at the joint press point with the Hungarian minister of Defence, Mr. Csaba Hende at Pápa Air Base NATO 01 Jul 2013
Remarks by NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen at the ground breaking ceremony for the new hangar at Papa Airbase, Hungary NATO 01 Jul 2013
Opening remarks by NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen at the joint press point with Prime Minister Victor Orban in the Hungarian parliament NATO 01 Jul 2013

China's J-20 fighter completes 2nd test flight CNA 01 Jul 2013 -- A second prototype of China's J-20, China's fifth-generation stealth fighter, has completed a second test flight, according to the People's Daily.

Iran Navy must boost combat readiness PressTV 01 Jul 2013 -- Iran's Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari says the combat capability of the country's naval forces should increase.
Iran's fleet in Russia to promote peace, stability in Caspian Sea region IRNA 01 Jul 2013 -- Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said that presence of Iran's fleet in Russian Astrakhan port was to promote peace and stability.
Iran Navy will unveil Fateh indigenous submarine: Cmdr. PressTV 01 Jul 2013 -- The Iranian Navy is set to unveil an indigenous submarine in a further sign of the country’s naval capabilities.
Iran unveils first indigenous flight simulator for Iran-140 plane PressTV 01 Jul 2013 -- Iran’s Defense Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi has unveiled the country’s first flight simulator of Iran-140 passenger aircraft.

U.S. Department of State Daily Press Briefing, July 1, 2013 US Dept. of State 01 Jul 2013

Defense Industry

DoD News: Contracts for July 01, 2013

Other Conflicts

Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, 01 July 2013 United Nations 01 Jul 2013
Mano River countries and partners agree on need to develop security strategy – UN UN News Centre 01 Jul 2013 -- Four West African countries, along with United Nations and regional officials, have agreed on the need to develop a joint security strategy.

Situation in Amuda, Syria US Dept. of State 01 Jul 2013
Kerry to Meet With Davutoglu, Lavrov on Syria VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry meets separately with Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to discuss Syria's civil war.
US-Russian initiative offers best chance for resolving Syria crisis, says Ban UN News Centre 01 Jul 2013 -- The international conference proposed by Russia and the United States offers the best chance to resolve the crisis that has overwhelmed Syria.
No Date Set for Syrian Peace Talks VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is calling for an end to the violence in Syria.
Iran dismisses allegations of interference in Syria affairs PressTV 01 Jul 2013 -- Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Araqchi has dismissed as baseless allegations of the Islamic Republic’s involvement in the ongoing Syrian crisis.
UN Experts Estimate Syrian Reconstruction at $80 Billion - So Far VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- A team of United Nations experts estimates that the 28-month civil war in Syria has already caused as much as $80 billion in damage to the nation’s economy.
Syria-Hardened Fighters Behind Attacks in China – Report RIA Novosti 01 Jul 2013 -- Islamic militants, battle-hardened in Syria, were behind two terrorist attacks that left dozens dead in a northwest Chinese province.

UN Chief Calls For Investigation Into Mali Violations VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- U.N. chief Ban Ki-moon is calling for an investigation into human rights violations in Mali.
International assistance force for Mali transformed into UN peacekeeping mission UN News Centre 01 Jul 2013 -- A new United Nations peacekeeping mission for insurgent-beset Mali was launched.
UN peacekeepers take over in Mali IRIN 01 Jul 2013 -- UN peacekeepers took over the role of African troops in helping to stabilize and protect northern Mali.
UN Peacekeepers Begin Mission in Mali VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- A United Nations peacekeeping force has taken over security duties in Mali from an African-led mission, as the country seeks stability ahead of a presidential election later this month.

Analysts: Rwandan Support for Congo’s Rebels Waning VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- United Nations experts say support for the M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo is waning, but that the group is still getting some help from Rwanda.

China Pushes Back on Philippine Spratlys Charge VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- China is pushing back against Philippine charges that Beijing is increasing its military activity in the South China Sea area and threatening peace and stability in the region.
Up to Philippines to decide when report on shooting issued: Taiwan CNA 01 Jul 2013 -- Taiwan's justice minister denied that long-awaited investigative reports on the fatal shooting of a Taiwanese fisherman have yet to be issued because of a major disparity in their conclusions.

China’s ships approach disputed islands, Japan coast guard says PressTV 01 Jul 2013 -- Four Chinese government ships have entered the territorial waters of the disputed chain of islands in the East China Sea, which are claimed by China and Japan.
Taiwan concerned about Japanese group's near Diaoyutais CNA 01 Jul 2013 -- Taiwan expressed deep concerns over the move by a Japanese group to enter waters near the disputed Diaoyutai Islands.

At Least 38 Dead as Iraqi Violence Surges VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- Three attacks north of the Iraqi capital have left at least 38 people dead, including at least 22 mourners at a Shi'ite funeral service for an Iraqi soldier.
Violence In Iraq Claims 761 Lives In June RFE/RL 01 Jul 2013 -- The United Nations says the number of Iraqis killed across the country reached 761 last month.

Netanyahu refuses to freeze settlement activities PressTV 01 Jul 2013 -- Israeli media say Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected Palestinian preconditions for talks.

North Caucasus Insurgency Head Resurfaces RFE/RL 01 Jul 2013 -- A new video address by self-styled Caucasus Emirate leader Doku Umarov was posted two days ago on YouTube.

Former Chad Dictator Faces Charges of War Crimes VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- Prosecutors in Senegal say preliminary evidence collected against former Chadian dictator Hissene Habre could lead to charges of war crimes, crimes against humanity and torture.

News Reports

Press Availability in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei US Dept. of State 01 Jul 2013
Remarks at the U.S.-ASEAN Ministerial Meeting US Dept. of State 01 Jul 2013
The ASEAN-U.S. Ministerial Meeting US Dept. of State 01 Jul 2013
2013 U.S. Engagement in the Lower Mekong Initiative US Dept. of State 01 Jul 2013
Secretary Kerry Remarks With USAID Deputy Administrator Greg Beck at the Lower Mekong Initiative Ministerial Meeting US Dept. of State 01 Jul 2013
Sixth Ministerial Meeting of the Lower Mekong Initiative Joint Ministerial Statement US Dept. of State 01 Jul 2013
Third Friends of the Lower Mekong Ministerial Meeting Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam Joint Ministerial Statement US Dept. of State 01 Jul 2013

Remarks by President Obama and President Kikwete of Tanzania at Joint Press Conference The White House 01 Jul 2013
FACT SHEET: Trade Africa The White House 01 Jul 2013
Obama, Tanzanian President Discuss Development, Regional Conflicts VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- In Tanzania, President Barack Obama and President Jakaya Kikwete have discussed plans to step up economic engagement with the continent and a “new model” for U.S. assistance.
Obama Promotes New Africa Initiative During Tanzania Visit VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- U.S. President Barack Obama is in Tanzania, the final stop on his three-nation tour of Africa.
Analysts See Opening for US to Challenge China in Africa VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- President Obama is on the last leg of his three-nation tour of Africa, aimed at promoting U.S. trade with the continent.
South Africa Asks US to Ease Zimbabwe Sanctions VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- South Africa has asked the United States to ease sanctions on Zimbabwe’s leaders ahead of scheduled July 31 elections.
Tensions Mount as Uganda Proceeds With Nile River Agreement VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- As Ethiopia makes plans for its controversial dam, Uganda is poised to ratify an agreement that would allow water from the Nile to be used for irrigation.
South African Government Says Mandela Still Critical, but Stable VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- The South African government says former President Nelson Mandela remains in "critical but stable" condition at the Pretoria hospital where he was admitted last month.
Mandela Family Feuds with Leader in Hospital VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- South African anti-apartheid hero Nelson Mandela’s legacy is one of forgiveness and reconciliation, as the leader who urged that the people of his fractured nation set aside their differences.

Putin Cites Condition For Snowden To Stay In Russia RFE/RL 01 Jul 2013 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has said fugitive former U.S. National Security Agency contractor Edward Snowden could remain in Russia but must meet at least one condition.
Putin: Snowden Can Stay in Russia if He Stops Leaks VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin says his country has never extradited anyone before and that U.S. fugitive Edward Snowden could remain in Moscow if he stopped issuing leaks.
Snowden Can Stay but Must Stop Harming US – Putin RIA Novosti 01 Jul 2013 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Edward Snowden could stay in Russia, if he wanted to, but must stop leaking secrets and doing other activities to harm the United States.
US Hopes for Russian Help in Snowden Standoff – Obama RIA Novosti 01 Jul 2013 -- US President Barack Obama said the United States and Russia have had “high-level” discussions about the case of fugitive former US intelligence contractor Edward Snowden.
Source: Snowden Applies for Asylum in Russia VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- A Russian immigration official said that U.S. fugitive Edward Snowden has applied for political asylum in Russia.
Russian official confirms asylum request from NSA leaker PressTV 01 Jul 2013 -- A Russian consular official says American whistle-blower Edward Snowden has applied for political asylum in the country.
Ecuador Alleges Hacking As Snowden Asylum Offer Chance Fades RIA Novosti 01 Jul 2013 -- Ecuadorian Foreign Minister Ricardo Patino has said that his email account was broken into by an unknown hacker.

Iran arrests 8 Slovaks for restricted areas photography: Attorney General PressTV 01 Jul 2013 -- Iran’s Attorney General Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Ejei says eight Slovak citizens and one Iranian have been arrested on charges of photography of restricted areas.

Egypt must find peaceful, democratic means to resolve current crisis – UN spokesperson UN News Centre 01 Jul 2013 -- It is crucial that Egyptians find a way to resolve differences peacefully and through democratic means.
Egyptian opposition politician welcomes army statement PressTV 01 Jul 2013 -- Leading Egyptian opposition figure Amr Moussa has welcomed a statement by the country’s army which gave politicians 48 hours to resolve the ongoing political crisis in Egypt.
Egyptian Army Gives Morsi, Opposition Ultimatum VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- The Egyptian military is giving President Mohamed Morsi and opposition leaders 48 hours to settle their differences and agree on a path forward.
Egyptian Military Delivers Ultimatum RFE/RL 01 Jul 2013 -- The commander of Egypt's military has issued an ultimatum to pro- and antigovernment protesters, giving them 48 hours to resolve their differences or face unspecified actions.
Egyptian Army Delivers Ultimatum to End Raging Protests RIA Novosti 01 Jul 2013 -- The Egyptian army delivered an ultimatum to President Mohamed Morsi asking him to meet the people’s demands and resolve huge protests against his rule or face an intervention.
Egypt opposition sets July 2 deadline for President Morsi to quit PressTV 01 Jul 2013 -- Egypt’s opposition has set July 2 as a deadline for President Mohamed Morsi to step down, amid ongoing protests against the government.
Four Egyptian ministers quit Morsi's cabinet amid protests PressTV 01 Jul 2013 -- Four Egyptian ministers have quitted the cabinet of President Mohamed Morsi following the massive protests in the country.
At Least 16 Dead As Anti-Morsi Protests Continue In Egypt RFE/RL 01 Jul 2013 -- Opposition protesters in Egypt have stormed and set fire to the Cairo headquarters of the Muslim Brotherhood.
Sunday protests in Egypt leave 16 people dead: Health Ministry PressTV 01 Jul 2013 -- The Egyptian Health Ministry says 16 people have been killed in massive protests across the North African country on Sunday.

Violence Threatens New Pakistani Government VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- Authorities in Pakistan say the death toll from Sunday’s several bombings across the country has risen to more than 50.
Attacks Kill Dozens In Pakistan RFE/RL 01 Jul 2013 -- Nearly 50 people were killed in attacks in Pakistan on June 30.
Dozens Killed in Pakistan Bombings RIA Novosti 01 Jul 2013 -- Over 40 people have been killed in bombings in Pakistan.
Pakistani PM to Visit China VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- Newly elected Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has picked China as his first overseas trip.

UAE Coup Trial Ruling Expected Tuesday VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- Ninety-four people on trial in the United Arab Emirates for attempting to overthrow the government will soon learn their fate.

100,000 March in Hong Kong for Democracy, Leader's Resignation VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- At least 100,000 Hong Kong residents have joined an annual march to demand full democracy on the 16th anniversary of the former British territory's return to Chinese sovereignty.
Tens of Thousands Demand Full Democracy in Hong Kong VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- Tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents have joined a march to demand full democracy on the 16th anniversary of the territory's return to Chinese sovereignty.

Foreign officials briefed on results of Taiwan-China trade pact CNA 01 Jul 2013 -- Government officials briefed foreign officials posted in Taiwan on the service trade agreement recently signed between Taiwan and China.

Brazil police fire tear gas to disperse angry protesters in Rio PressTV 01 Jul 2013 -- Brazilian police have used tear gas in clashes with thousands of protesters near Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, as Brazil took on Spain in the final match of the FIFA Confederations Cup.

Dozens Offer Input for South Sudan Constitution VOA 01 Jul 2013 -- Dozens of South Sudanese turned out this weekend to tell the National Constitutional Review Commission what they would like to see included in the country's constitution.

Nazarbaev Defends Kazakhstan's Rights Record To Visiting British PM RFE/RL 01 Jul 2013 -- British Prime Minister David Cameron has held talks with President Nursultan Nazarbaev and other senior officials during the first visit by a serving British prime minister to Kazakhstan.

The Big Chill: Critics Say Kremlin Waging A War On Ideas RFE/RL 01 Jul 2013 -- Offending somebody's religious sensibilities could get you prosecuted according to legislation signed this weekend by President Vladimir Putin.

Jailed Ukrainian Opposition Leader Needs Operation RIA Novosti 01 Jul 2013 -- Jailed former Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko could become disabled unless she gets an operation for a back problem as soon as possible.

Belarusian Activist Convicted Of Attempting To Contact Spy Agency RFE/RL 01 Jul 2013 -- An opposition activist in Belarus has been sentenced to 18 months in jail after being convicted of attempting to contact a foreign intelligence service.

Georgian Presidential Election Slated for October 31 RIA Novosti 01 Jul 2013 -- Georgia's presidential election will take place on October 31, instead of October 27 as was previously announced, a statement from the presidential administration said Monday.
Date Set For Georgia's Presidential Poll RFE/RL 01 Jul 2013 -- Georgia's president has set October 31 as the date for the country's next presidential election.

Croatia Officially Joins European Union RFE/RL 01 Jul 2013 -- The European Commission has welcomed Croatia's accession into the European Union as the former Yugoslav republic became the 28th member of the bloc.

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