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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld listens to President Isaias Afwerki respond to a reporter's question during a joint press briefing at Denden Club, Asmara, Eritrea, on Dec. 10, 2002. Rumsfeld traveled to Eritrea to meet with leaders concerning defense issues and the war on terrorism.

Secretary Rumsfeld listens to President Afwerki respond to a reporter's question.

Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld listens to President Isaias Afwerki respond to a reporter's question during a joint press briefing at Denden Club, Asmara, Eritrea, on Dec. 10, 2002. Rumsfeld traveled to Eritrea to meet with leaders concerning defense issues and the war on terrorism.

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