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• OIF/OEF/OND Casualty Update 27 Nov 2013 [PDF]
• US Warplanes Defy Chinese Air Defense Zone VOA 27 Nov 2013 -- The U.S. military has made clear its position on China's new aviation restricted zone by flying two bombers through the area. China recently restricted air space in part of the East China Sea to assert its claim over a group of disputed islands.
• HMLA-167 returns from Afghanistan USMC News 27 Nov 2013 -- Families and friends gathered at the Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 167 hangar aboard Marine Corps Air Station New River to welcome home their Marines and Sailors from a deployment to Afghanistan, Nov. 21.
• Reading Karzai's Mind RFE/RL 27 Nov 2013 -- A contentious security deal between Afghanistan and the United States looked all but signed.
• Military Stabilisation Support Group leaves lasting legacy for Afghanistan UK MOD 27 Nov 2013 -- As the Afghan government takes greater control in Helmand, the work of the UK Military Stabilisation Support Group (MSSG) is nearing an end.
• Karzai Says Will Not Sign US Security Pact Now VOA 27 Nov 2013 -- Afghan President Hamid Karzai is continuing to say that he will wait until his country's presidential election in April before signing a security pact with the United States.
• Continued US Troop Presence in Afghanistan in Doubt VOA 27 Nov 2013 -- Delays in concluding a U.S.-Afghan security agreement have renewed debate in Washington over America's 12-year engagement and Afghanistan's future with or without a foreign military presence. Whether any U.S. troops remain in Afghanistan after next year is very much in doubt.
• Alaska ANG Airmen aid Philippine relief efforts AFNS 27 Nov 2013 -- Nine Alaska Air National Guard members with the 176th Wing's 249th Airlift Squadron are working in the Philippines in support of Operation Damayan, the relief effort to assist citizens affected by Typhoon Haiyan.
• Helicopters begin delivery of aid to remote Philippine islands UK MOD 27 Nov 2013 -- Helicopters from HMS Illustrious have begun to deliver aid, personnel and equipment to small Philippine islands devastated by the typhoon.
• Philippines: over 30,000 targeted in UN-supported polio, measles vaccination campaign UN News Centre 27 Nov 2013 -- A mass campaign to vaccinate children in Tacloban – the Philippine city hardest hit by Typhoon Haiyan – has begun in evacuation centres and in communities using mobile health teams with support from United Nations agencies.

Defense Policy / Programs

• Pentagon: US-Japan Treaty Covers Disputed Islands VOA 27 Nov 2013 -- U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel has reaffirmed the U.S.-Japan defense treaty applies to a group of disputed islands that were included in China's bid to establish an air defense zone.
• U.S., China unlikely to clash over Beijing's ADIZ CNA 27 Nov 2013 -- Although the United States defied China's demarcation of an air defense identification zone (ADIZ) by flying bombers over a disputed island chain in the East China Sea, conflict between the two countries is unlikely to erupt, a China expert in Hong Kong said Wednesday.
• China's air zone raises regional risk: analyst CNA 27 Nov 2013 -- China's demarcation of an air defense identification zone (ADIZ) that includes a disputed island chain in the East China Sea has increased the risk of possible miscalculation and escalation in the region, according to a U.K.- based analyst.
• Scholars see different outcomes of China's ADIZ declaration CNA 27 Nov 2013 -- China's demarcation of a broad air defense identification zone (ADIZ) in the East China Sea has left scholars disagreeing over the significance and outcome of the move.
• Readout of Secretary Hagel's Call with Japan Defense Minister Onodera DoD 27 Nov 2013 -- "This morning, Secretary Hagel called Japanese Defense Minister Itsunori Onodera to discuss the security situation in the East China Sea"
• Inchcape Shipping Services Suspended from Navy Contracts NNS 27 Nov 2013 -- The Navy announced today it suspended Inchcape Shipping Services Holding Ltd. (ISS) and its affiliated companies from contracting with the Federal government on November 26, 2013.
• Carrier Strike Group 9 Completes IDCERTEX NNS 27 Nov 2013 -- Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 9 completed an independent deployer certification exercise (IDCERTEX) in the U.S. Third Fleet Area of Operations (AOR), Nov. 18.
• Welsh: Airmen should use common sense in approaching missions AFNS 27 Nov 2013 -- Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody told Airmen at the 28th Bomb Wing here Nov. 27, that they need to use common sense as they go about their duties.
• Nicaragua Lets Russian, US Navies Conduct Coastal Anti-Drugs Ops RIA Novosti 27 Nov 2013 -- Nicaragua's parliament has allowed Russian and US warships and servicemen to operate in its contested territorial waters to conduct anti-drug missions, local daily La Prensa reports.
• PLA issues new armament administration regulation People's Daily 27 Nov 2013 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping has signed on the newly-amended Armament Administration Regulation of the People's Liberation Army (PLA), which will take effect on Dec. 1.
• China says it monitored US bombers in new defense air zone Iran Press TV 27 Nov 2013 -- China says it has monitored American B-52 bombers flight in its newly-declared territorial air defense identification zone in the East China Sea.
• Iran unveils phased-array radar system ISNA 27 Nov 2013 -- Iran unveiled a radar system on Wednesday in a ceremony attended by Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari and Deputy Commander of Iranian Army Brigadier General Abdolrahim Mousavi.
• Iran unveils advanced radar system Iran Press TV 27 Nov 2013 -- The Iranian navy has unveiled a domestically-manufactured state-of-the-art array radar system, which can detect long-distance targets.
• Iran Navy conveys message of peace: Defense min. Iran Press TV 27 Nov 2013 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan says the Iranian Navy's strong presence in international waters carries the message of "peace" and "security."
• Taiwan's military on top of regional developments: MND CNA 27 Nov 2013 -- The military has been keeping a close eye on the latest regional developments and has a clear picture of the situation in East Asia, Ministry of National Defense spokesman Luo Shuo-he said Wednesday.
• New Pakistani Army Chief Chosen RFE/RL 27 Nov 2013 -- Pakistan has appointed Lieutenant General Raheel Sharif as its next army chief, one of the most powerful positions in the nuclear-armed nation.
• Moscow Air Defenses Get New Short-Range Pantsir-S Systems RIA Novosti 27 Nov 2013 -- Russian air defense forces have taken delivery of six Pantsir-S short-range air defense systems to be used by a new missile regiment formed to protect the skies over Moscow, military officials said Wednesday.
• Russia to Deploy 22 New Ballistic Missiles in 2014 RIA Novosti 27 Nov 2013 -- Twenty-two land-based intercontinental ballistic missiles will next year be added to Russia's nuclear arsenal, President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday.
• November 27, 2013 - U.S. Department of State Daily Press Briefing US Dept. of State 27 Nov 2013

Defense Industry

• DoD News: Contracts for November 27, 2013

Other Conflicts

• 27 November 2013 - Press Conference by Security Council President for Month of November United Nations 27 Nov 2013
• Syria army continues mop-up operations across country Iran Press TV 27 Nov 2013 -- The Syrian army has conducted successful mop-up operations in several areas across the Arab country, inflicting heavy losses on foreign-sponsored militants fighting against the government of President Bashar al-Assad.
• Religious violence and the seeds of hate in CAR IRIN 27 Nov 2013 -- Shocked by an escalation of killings, rapes and other abuses committed by Muslims against Christians, and vice versa, in the Central African Republic (CAR), leading clerics from both faiths recently travelled together to preach peace and listen to tales of horror.
• Malaria cases soar in former rebel stronghold IRIN 27 Nov 2013 -- There has been a threefold increase in the number of malaria cases recorded in the former M23 rebel stronghold of Rutshuru, in the Democratic Republic of Congo's (DRC) North Kivu Province, compared to past years. Insecurity is exacerbating the spread of the disease, say health officials.
• Yemen: Senior UN humanitarian official urges access to thousands cut off from aid UN News Centre 27 Nov 2013 -- Back from a visit to northern Yemen where an armed conflict is entering its sixth week, a senior United Nations humanitarian official has called for access to thousands of internally displaced people – some in need to emergency medical care.

News Reports

• ACLU files lawsuit against CIA over torture, black sites Iran Press TV 27 Nov 2013 -- The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has filed a lawsuit against the CIA over its rendition and torture program following the September 11, 2001 attacks in the United States.
• CIA station chief set to flee Pakistan over lawsuit Iran Press TV 27 Nov 2013 -- The US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has been forced to call back its station chief in Islamabad after he was accused of killing civilians in killer drone strikes.
• US Spied on Muslims' Online Porn Habits – Report RIA Novosti 27 Nov 2013 -- The United States has been spying on alleged Islamic radicals' viewing of online pornography as part of a plan to damage their reputation among potential adherents, according to a new report based on documents from fugitive US intelligence leaker Edward Snowden.
• Rouhani: Iran not to give up enrichment ISNA 27 Nov 2013 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) entitles Iran to continue uranium enrichment, which is the Islamic Republic's red line.
• Iran's Rohani Marks 100 Days In Office RFE/RL 27 Nov 2013 -- President Hassan Rohani has praised the new interim deal with world powers on the Iranian nuclear program as a positive first step, but says there is still long journey ahead to reach a comprehensive accord.
• Foreign Minister: Nuclear Deal Preserves Iran's National Interests RFE/RL 27 Nov 2013 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the nuclear deal struck with Western powers over the weekend preserves the national interests of the Islamic republic.
• In Tehran, Optimism in Wake of Nuclear Deal VOA 27 Nov 2013 -- The nuclear deal between Tehran and the so-called P5+1 — the United States, Britain, China, France and Russia, plus Germany — is spurring hope of some revival for Iran's struggling economy.
• Thorny Issues Remain for Iran Nuclear Negotiators VOA 27 Nov 2013 -- The hard work that led to a temporary agreement limiting Iran's nuclear program will likely lead to more difficult talks on a permanent deal. The interim accord is being debated - and criticized - in the United States and Israel.
• Rouhani: Iran Will Never Stop Enriching VOA 27 Nov 2013 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani announced on Wednesday that his country will not stop its nuclear enrichment activity, while pledging to have 'constructive interaction' with the international community.
• Insecurity and red tape hinder Pakistan aid work IRIN 27 Nov 2013 -- The September earthquakes in Balochistan offered a microcosm of aid work in Pakistan: Humanitarian needs were high - nearly 400 died and thousands lost their homes - but to respond, aid workers had to brave gunmen taking pot-shots at their vehicles and government restrictions on their work.
• In Ukraine, Protests Highlight 'Generational Rift' RFE/RL 27 Nov 2013 -- Rallies against Kyiv's decision to shelve a landmark pact with the European Union are gaining momentum in Ukraine, with students emerging as the backbone of the protests.
• Azarov Says Kyiv Still Interested In EU RFE/RL 27 Nov 2013 -- Ukrainian Prime Minister Mykola Azarov says negotiations on signing an Association Agreement with the EU are continuing despite the government's decision not to sign a deal later this week at the EU summit in Vilnius.
• Ukrainian Antigovernment Protests Continue After EU Rejection RFE/RL 27 Nov 2013 -- Demonstrators have kept up the pressure on the Ukrainian leadership to sign a key deal this week with the European Union, despite the government's assurances that negotiations with Brussels would continue in the future.
• Ukraine Could Free Tymoshenko for $20Bln Payment – President RIA Novosti 27 Nov 2013 -- Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych said Wednesday that his main political adversary could be released from prison if she pays billions of dollars in compensation for financial damage he claims she inflicted on the country.
• Amid ongoing Egyptian protests, UN chief urges rethinking anti-demonstrations law UN News Centre 27 Nov 2013 -- Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today expressed serious concern about the detentions and violent dispersal of protesters in Egypt, including reports of sexual assault.
• Former Mali Coup Leader Arrested, Charged with Murder VOA 27 Nov 2013 -- Authorities in Mali have arrested the leader of last year's coup, General Amadou Sanogo, and charged him with murder.
• Thai Protesters Press on With Rallies Amid Fears of Violence VOA 27 Nov 2013 -- Widespread political protests in Thailand continued on Wednesday. Thousands of demonstrators are trying to shut down government ministries and force Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra from office.