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TOP NEWS

Defense Leaders Prepare
For Administration Transition

The Defense Department has made extensive plans for a smooth transition from the present administration to that of the president-elect, Pentagon spokesman Bryan Whitman said. Story

Report Alleges Some Afghan Police Aided Taliban in Attack on Coalition

Some members of the Afghan police forced aided the Taliban in a complex attack on coalition positions in the Wanat complex in Afghanistan in July, according to a report released by Pentagon officials. Story

IRAQ NEWS

U.S. Soldiers Become American Citizens

On a day when Americans exercised their right to vote, 186 servicemembers deployed across Iraq became U.S. citizens during a swearing-in ceremony at Al Faw Palace on Camp Victory. Story | Photos

• Iraqi Military Builds Up Combat Power

• Coalition Forces Apprehend 11 Suspects

AFGHANISTAN NEWS

Troops Kill Insurgents in Helmand Province During Security Patrol

Afghan and coalition forces killed five insurgents during a combat security patrol in the Nahr Surkh district of Afghanistan’s Helmand province. Story

• Drug Bust Deals Blow to Taliban Finances

• Troops Kill 19, Detain Three Militants

MILITARY NEWS

Stringent Training Regimen Makes SEALs

The reason Navy SEALS have become known as “the ultimate warriors” is because of a fierce dedication to stringent training standards, even as Navy leaders strive to produce more of the elite special operatives, officials at the Naval Special Warfare Center said. Story

Retailer's Aid Keeps Gift Drive on 'Target'

With mailing deadlines rapidly approaching, a “Targeted” effort at the Van Nuys National Guard Armory has ensured that 70,000 servicemembers will receive goodies from California this holiday season. Story

• Detainee Sentenced to Life In Prison

• Officials Convict Detainee of Terrorism Charge

• Postal Service Sets Holiday Mailing Guidelines

AROUND THE SERVICES

• Army Nears Testing of Flexible Map Displays

• U.S., Phillipine Marines Team Up for Health Care

• Air Force Volunteers Provide Critical Link

• Navy Completes Pilot Fuel Conservation Test

WARRIOR CARE

Pay Rule Change Aids Combat-Wounded

A military compensation policy change provides more money for servicemembers injured during service in the global war on terrorism. Story

Wounded Survey Deadline Extended

Officials have extended the deadline for wounded, ill and injured servicemembers and their families to respond to a survey designed to assess the programs and services they receive. Story

• Handbook Consolidates Warrior Care Info

• Warrior Transition Units in Europe Grow

LATEST PHOTOS

ODIERNO EXCHANGE - U.S. Army Gen. Ray Odierno, left, commanding general, Multinational Forces Iraq, and Lt. Col. Joseph McGee walk through the streets to visit local citizens in Samarra, Iraq, Oct. 29, 2008. McGee is the commander of the 101st Airborne Division's 2nd Battaltion, 327th Infantry Regiment.U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Kani Ronningen

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