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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Russian army Gen. Vladimir Nikishin greets U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates upon his arrival at Vnukovo International Airport near Moscow, March 17, 2008.

RUSSIAN GREETING

Russian army Gen. Vladimir Nikishin greets U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates upon his arrival at Vnukovo International Airport near Moscow, March 17, 2008.

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