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U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel walks with U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Gary W. Rosholt before departing Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates, April 26, 2013. Hagel met with defense leaders on his last stop on a six-day trip to the region.

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U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel walks with U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Gary W. Rosholt before departing Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates, April 26, 2013. Hagel met with defense leaders on his last stop on a six-day trip to the region.

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