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U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates holds an office visit with Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki in the international zone of Baghdad, July 28, 2009. DoD photo by U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jerry Morrison More Photos
INCIRLIK, Turkey, July 29, 2009 – Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said conditions in Iraq have improved to the extent that the U.S. combat brigade drawdown from the country may accelerate. Story
TALIL, Iraq, July 28, 2009 The movement of American forces out of Iraqi cities has been a psychological turning point for the Iraqi security forces, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said here today. Story
TALIL, Iraq, July 28, 2009 – Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates began a previously unannounced visit to Iraq with a stop to examine the prototype of the U.S. advisory and assistance brigades. Story
AMMAN, Jordan, July 27, 2009 – The United States and Jordan enjoy a strategic partnership aimed at promoting peace in the greater Middle East, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said here today. Story
JERUSALEM, July 27, 2009 – Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates discussed the Iranian nuclear problem and other defense issues with Israeli leaders here today.Story
WASHINGTON, July 25, 2009 – Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates is on a trip to the Middle East with stops in Israel and Jordan.Story