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U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and French Defense Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian conduct a joint press conference at the Pentagon, Jan. 24, 2014. Hagel reaffirmed the enduring security relationship between the U.S. and France, its oldest ally.

Hagel Holds Press Conference With French Defense Minister

U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and French Defense Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian conduct a joint press conference at the Pentagon, Jan. 24, 2014. Hagel reaffirmed the enduring security relationship between the U.S. and France, its oldest ally.

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