June 23, 2011 Archives

Military Strategy Forum: ADM Gary Roughead

Admiral Gary Roughead will provide remarks on 'A Global Navy in a Time of Change.'

President Obama Announces Afghanistan Withdrawal Plan

President Obama delivers an address to the nation on the war in Afghanistan, announcing that 10,000 troops will return home by the end of the year, and that the remainder of the 33,000 troops that were part of the 2009 "surge" will return by the end of the summer of 2012.

Chinese Artist Ai Weiwei Free In Body, Not Voice

Outspoken Chinese artist Ai Weiwei has said little after returning home. He arrived at his door in Beijing after being released from nearly three months in detention. (June 23)

World Leaders, Afghans React To Obama's Speech

Afghans and world leaders reacted on Thursday to President Barack Obama's decision to bring home some 33-thousand U.S. troops from Afghanistan by next summer. (June 23)

World Reactions Afghan Troop Plan

Military and police forces in Afghanistan react to U.S. President Barack Obama's announcement of troop withdrawl from Afghanistan.

Marines React To Withdrawal Plan

Marines stationed in California react to President Obama's announcement of a planned troop withdrawl from Afghanistan.

Default Best Solution For Greece?

Stopping Greece's debt burden from causing a global financial crisis will be top of the agenda for EU leaders meeting for a summit in Brussels.

Mexico's La Familia Gang Leader Arrested

Mexican police claim one of the country's most brutal drug cartels has been dealt a debilitating blow with the arrest of its leader, known locally as "The Monkey." (June 22)

Michelle Obama Reaches Out To South African Youth

During her week-long goodwill mission, U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama delivered an encouraging speech to young leaders in South Africa, calling on them to promote social change. Wyatt Andrews reports.

Raw Video: Rebels Mount Fierce Fight In Libya

In Dafniya, Libya, rebels were seen firing rocket propelled grenades and machine guns to combat the artillery fire from Gadhafi's forces in the distance. At least two rebels were injured in a mortar attack. (June 22)

What is the U.S. Exit Strategy?

CBS News Military Analyst, Col. Jeff McCausland, discusses President Obama's announcement of plans to withdraw troops from Afghanistan.

Schieffer: Americans Are Running Out Of Patience

Chief Washington correspondent and "Face the Nation" host Bob Schieffer talks with Scott Pelley about how the politics of the Afghan debate is changing.

McCain: Obama's Afghanistan Plan An 'Unnecessary Risk'

Scott Pelley sat down with Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.), who says that President Obama's plan to reduce 33,000 U.S. troops in Afghanistan is "an unnecessary risk."

How Will Drawdown Affect U.S. Mission in Afghanistan?

In a primetime address Wednesday, President Obama will unveil his plan for the size and pace of the U.S. troop withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Allen West on President's Afghanistan Speech

The Florida congressman reacts to President Obama's plan for troop withdrawal.

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