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U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel, left, hosts an honor cordon to welcome German Defense Minister Thomas de Maiziere at the Pentagon, April 30, 2013. The two defense leaders met to discuss issues of mutual concern.

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U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel, left, hosts an honor cordon to welcome German Defense Minister Thomas de Maiziere at the Pentagon, April 30, 2013. The two defense leaders met to discuss issues of mutual concern.

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