June 8, 2011 Archives

Building Strong International Security Partnerships

Secretary Napolitano just returned from India where she discussed cooperation.

Yemen 201

A discussion of the events in Yemen.

Education Key to Building Afghan Security Forces' Capacity

Lt. Gen. William B. Caldwell, head of NATO training efforts in Afghanistan, says 9 out of 10 Afghan security recruits are illiterate, and emphasizes the education role that has become a major component of NATO training.

U.S. Troop Drawdown in Afghanistan

The start date for the U.S. troop drawdown in Afghanistan is approaching amid a number of encouraging signs that illustrate how much progress has been made toward loosening the grip of the Taliban.

Graphic Video: Ambush Kills 120 Syrian Police, Soldiers

WARNING: GRAPHIC VIDEO. Video has emerged showing the results of what the Syrian government calls an ambush by armed guards that killed 120 security forces over the weekend. (June 7)

Yemen Leader Hurt Worse Than Thought

Obama administration officials said Tuesday that Yemeni President Ali Abdullah Saleh was more badly injured than thought in a blast at his compound last week. (June 7)

Gaddafi Refuses To Give In

NATO blasted Libya with its most aggressive air strikes yet. But Moammar Qaddafi refuses to relinquish his power. Allen Pizzey reports from Tripoli.

'Just Matter Of Time' Before Gaddafi Resigns

Despite differences on Libya, President Obama and German Chancellor Angela Merkel put up a united front in a joint press conference at the White House Tuesday. Mr. Obama said it was now "just a matter of time" before Libya leader Qaddafi steps down.

Raw Video: NATO's Blistering Airstrikes In Libya

Moammar Gadhafi remained defiant Tuesday in the face of the heaviest NATO airstrikes yet. At least 40 thunderous daylight attacks sent plumes of smoke billowing above the Libyan leader's central Tripoli compound. (June 7)

Is Yemen Up For Grabs?

Who will take control of Yemen?

Yemen Violence Hampers War on Terror

Violence forces U.S. troops training Yemini soldiers to suspend mission.

Arab Spring, Violent Summer?

As we witness the uprisings across the Middle East, Americans are left wondering when and if democracy will actually take root in places like Egypt, Yemen and Syria – and what these ongoing protests will mean for the stability of the region

What Should U.S. Be Doing in Syria?

A Mideast expert, David Schenker, urges more sanctions on Syria.

Tension in Shughour as Syrians Flee to Turkey

Syrian state television has broadcast pictures showing, it said, police officers killed in anti-government fighting in Jisr al-Shughour.

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