NSN Daily Update 3/18/09
Posted by The National Security Network
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What We’re Reading
Russia signals interest in a deal with the U.S. to work on halting Iran’s nuclear program. Russian news agencies report, however, that a senior Russian defense official confirmed that Russia has a contract to sell air-defense missiles to Iran.
In response to Binyam Mohammad’s allegations, Britain will release new “no torture” rules for intelligence officers interrogating overseas detainees.
Defense Secretary Robert Gates prepares big cuts and restructuring in the Pentagon’s weapons portfolio, but he faces a fight with members of Congress whose districts will be affected by the cut.
The World Bank finds 17 major nations have erected protectionist trade barriers. The World Bank lowered its China growth forecast.
Commentary of the Day
The LA Times looks at Pakistan’s bigger problems and the rivalry between President Zardari and Nawaz Sharif.
Stephanie Cooke argues that energy reform cannot occur unless the nuclear portfolio is removed from the Department of Energy, including both weapons-related and energy-related nuclear projects.
Lily Burana, a military wife, discusses military privacy and applauds the Pentagon’s decision to lift the ban on photos and video of returning caskets at the family’s discretion.
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