Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Military And Intelligence News Briefs -- October 27, 2009

USS Anzio (CG 68) in the Gulf. Photo from New Wars

Aegis Battleships Misused In Drug War -- New Wars

From Navy News we learn of an astounding drug bust by one of the world’s most powerful warships:

USS Anzio (CG 68), operating as part of the Combined Maritime Forces, a U.S.-led coalition supporting maritime security operations in the region, seized approximately four tons of hashish found aboard a skiff Oct. 15 in the Gulf of Aden, with an estimated street-value of $28 million.

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MILITARY AND INTELLIGENCE NEW BRIEFS

The Toughest Bird In The Upper Atmosphere -- Strategy Page

Clinton Hints at Revolutionary Nuclear Posture Review -- Aviation Week

Russia Violating Treaty By Developing Missile -- The Bulletin

Faulty steering system to blame for Bulava's latest flop -- RIA Novosti

Lockheed Martin Awarded $1 Billion Contract for Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense -- Lockheed Martin

Raytheon Awarded More Than $100 Million For New Missile Defense System -- Raytheon

Japan navy holds review -- Straits Times

India to launch first military satellite in 2010 -- People's Daily

The China CyberSyndrome -- Defense Tech

Marine General Caps a 41-Year Career -- Military.com

Hypnosis May Help Heal Mental Wounds -- Military.com

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