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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel gives his opening remarks during a joint media availability with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu before a meeting in Jerusalem, Israel, on April 23, 2013. Hagel’s meeting with Netanyahu concluded his visit to Israel where he met with Israeli counterparts and senior leaders. Hagel is on a six-day trip to the Middle East.

Secretary Hagel gives his opening remarks during a joint media availability with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel gives his opening remarks during a joint media availability with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu before a meeting in Jerusalem, Israel, on April 23, 2013. Hagel’s meeting with Netanyahu concluded his visit to Israel where he met with Israeli counterparts and senior leaders. Hagel is on a six-day trip to the Middle East.

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