Central Command News, 8/29/07

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Outsiders Deliver Food, Water, After Devastating Blasts.aspx

Posted: 29 Aug 2007 06:28 AM CDT

TAL ‘ AFAR, Iraq — Soldiers of D Troop, 27th Brigade Support Battalion, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, have a unique mission that requires several trips outside the security of Forward Operating Base Sykes.

MNF-West Transition Team sees success in faces of Habbaniyah.aspx

Posted: 29 Aug 2007 06:13 AM CDT

HABBANIYAH, Iraq - When a group of American military advisors deployed to Iraq and took over a small combat outpost on the outskirts of town recently, they knew the task ahead might get tough, but each day would be rewarding. The Marines and sailors that make up Military Transition Team 13, working alongside the 1st Battalion, 3rd Brigade, 1st Iraqi Army Division, are increasing the security of the area and the quality of life for local residents as well.

Small meds make big impact in Afghan village.aspx

Posted: 29 Aug 2007 05:58 AM CDT

SHINKAY DISTRICT, Afghanistan (AFPN) - Provincial Reconstruction Team Qalat members left many Afghan villagers with a healthier outlook on life after an August 22 village medical outreach in this remote region of Zabul Province in Afghanistan.