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Admiral William Fallon quits over Iran policy
Summary from United States, from articles in English
March 12, 2008 The thanks of a grateful nation are in order for Adm. William J. Fallon, who retired yesterday after 41 years of distinguished service to his country. (article 11) IF THE next American president wisely applies time-honored techniques of diplomacy, the United States may within a few years have a new long-term strategic partner in the Middle East: Iran. (article 1) The Pentagon and the White House sought Wednesday to counter speculation that the abrupt departure of the top commander in the Middle East, who publicly opposed going to war with Iran, signals a shift in Bush administration policy toward Tehran. (article 2) WASHINGTON - The Pentagon on Tuesday announced the abrupt resignation of the commander overseeing the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, who was seen as an internal critic of the Bush administration's troop decisions in Iraq. (article 8) Adm. William J. Fallon, one of the most experienced officers in the U.S. military, said the reports were wrong but had become a distraction hampering his efforts in the Middle East. (article 9) Admiral William Fallon abruptly resigned on Tuesday following the publication of a magazine article that appeared to pit him against President George W. Bush. (article 10)

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  • Story keywords
    Fallon, Iran, Gates, Admiral, Iraq

    Source articles
    1. A new partner in the Mideast (boston.com, 03/14/2008, 768 words)
    2. White House: No Shift in Iran Policy (sfgate.com, 03/13/2008, 888 words)
    3. Are We Closer to War? (Washington Post, 03/12/2008, 536 words)
    4. Outspoken admiral gets tepid sendoff statement from Bush (sfgate.com, 03/13/2008, 866 words)
    5. White House dismisses talk of rift with departing admiral (boston.com, 03/13/2008, 543 words)
    6. White House: No effort to quash dissent - (baltimoresun.com, 03/13/2008, 665 words)
    7. Top U.S. military commander for Mideast resigning - (baltimoresun.com, 03/11/2008, 449 words)
    8. Timing is dicey for war boss's abrupt exit (seattletimes.nwsource.com, 03/12/2008, 1010 words)
    9. Fallon Resigns As Mideast Military Chief (Washington Post, 03/12/2008, 471 words)
    10. Bush’s commander in the Mideast resigns (ft.com, 03/11/2008, 867 words)
    11. ADM. FALLON STEPS DOWN (NY Post, 03/14/2008, 247 words)




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