Latvian Minister of Defense Atis Slakteris talks with Secretary Rumsfeld. Latvian Minister of Defense Atis Slakteris (left) talks with Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld before presenting him with a commemorative medal during a visit to the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., on July 31, 2006. Slakteris is recognizing Rumsfeld's efforts in advancing Latvia's accession to NATO. Rumsfeld, Slakteris and their senior advisors later met to discuss defense issues of mutual interest. SHARE: Download: Full Size (0.1 MB) Credit: VIRIN: 406934-S-YHT06-713.jpg Photo Gallery