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French Minister of Defense Herve Morin emphasizes a point during his meeting with Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates at the Pentagon, Jan. 31, 2008. The two defense leaders held talks on a broad range of security issues.

PENTAGON MEETING

French Minister of Defense Herve Morin emphasizes a point during his meeting with Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates at the Pentagon, Jan. 31, 2008. The two defense leaders held talks on a broad range of security issues.

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