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James Ludes

Latest James Ludes Items
  • Russian Chief of General Staff Nikolai Makarov threatens "destructive force" on NATO missile-defense sites in Eastern Europe. (Associated Press)

    Russia threatens to strike NATO missile defense sites

    Russia's top military officer warned Thursday that Moscow would strike NATO missile-defense sites in Eastern Europe before they are ready for action, if the U.S. pushes ahead with deployment.


  • Libyans inspect the wreckage of a U.S. F-15E fighter jet after it crashed Tuesday in a field east of Benghazi. Both crew members ejected and were rescued. The U.S. Africa Command blamed mechanical failure for the loss of the aircraft. (Associated Press)

    Libya costs, mission unclear

    The allies in the U.S.-led military operation in Libya debated a new command structure Tuesday, with differences over the ultimate aims and scope of the campaign impeding an agreement, as forces loyal to dictator Moammar Gadhafi shelled the coastal city of Misurata.


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