This Weekend Pix - December 6th & 7th, 2008

[Jocker_89]

A suspected separatist rebel belonging to Karbi Longri North Cachar Hills Liberation Front (KLNLF), of India's north eastern state Assam, walks to lay down his weapon during a surrender ceremony at Jagiroad, about 70 kilometers (44 miles) east of Gauhati, India, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008. Eight KLNLF members laid down their arms, ammunition and explosives before Indian army to return to mainstream in Jagiroad Saturday according to the Army.

Suspected separatist rebels belonging to Karbi Longri North Cachar Hills Liberation Front (KLNLF), of India's north eastern state Assam pose for photographs with their weapons during a surrender ceremony at Jagiroad, about 70 kilometers (44 miles) east of Gauhati, India, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008. Eight KLNLF members laid down their arms, ammunition and explosives before Indian army to return to mainstream in Jagiroad Saturday, according to the Army.

Former Peru Army Chief Edwin Donayre rides a horse as he greets troops during a ceremony at the general army headquarters in Lima December 5, 2008. Donayre stepped down on Friday, in a move leaders say ends a rift between Chile and Peru caused by his saying Chileans should leave Peru in either coffins or body bags.

Former Peru Army Chief Edwin Donayre rides a horse as greets troops during a ceremony at the general army headquarters in Lima December 5, 2008. Donayre stepped down on Friday, in a move leaders say ends a rift between Chile and Peru caused by his saying Chileans should leave Peru in either coffins or body bags.

Pakistani students holding a banner reading,"Pakistan's defense rally," gather at the Pakistan-India border post Wagah near Lahore, Pakistan on Friday, Dec. 5, 2008. They vowed to fight along Pakistan army for the defense of their country.

United Nations Mission in Democratic Repoblic of Congo (MONUC) soldiers patrol on December 6, 2008 in Goma. Rwandan Hutu rebels based in Democratic Republic of Congo called for talks with Kigali and Kinshasa after both agreed to mount a military offensive against them.

A United Nations Mission in Democratic Repoblic of Congo (MONUC) soldier passes by chilren during a patrol on December 6, 2008 near Mugunga camp for internally displaced people (IDP), in Goma. Rwandan Hutu rebels based in Democratic Republic of Congo called for talks with Kigali and Kinshasa after both agreed to mount a military offensive against them.

North Korean military officer (C) uses binoculars to look towards the South Korean side at the border village of Panmunjom on December 6, 2008. North Korea said 5 December it would not recognise Japan as a member of six-nation nuclear disarmament talks since Tokyo refuses to provide its share of energy aid promised to Pyongyang.

France's President Nicolas Sarkozy (C) greets the crowd next to Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk (L) during a welcoming ceremony in Gdansk, northern Poland, December 6, 2008.

Poland's President Lech Kaczynski (L) visits the truce village of Panmunjom in the demilitarised zone (DMZ) separating the two Koreas in Paju, about 55 km (34 miles) north of Seoul, December 6, 2008.

Poland, 05.12.2008: Polish youth from elementary and high schools paid a visit to air bases all over the Poland during Santa Claus Day

[goat89]

Nice pics today! Thx!

[VAMAN]

Good start. Thanks.

[1911-a1]

Here's an interesting guy...

With the help of local residents, Iraqi security forces and coalition forces uncover a weapons cache containing ammunition, rocket-propelled grenades and fuses for explosives Oct. 21, 2008, in Ramadi, Iraq. The weapons cache was destroyed. This operation demonstrates the partnership between the ISF, coalition forces and the Iraqi people in their continued commitment to bring stability to the region.

[VAMAN]

In this photo provided by the Pentagon's Missile Defense Agency, a Ground-Based Interceptor is shown shortly after liftoff from Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif., on Friday, Dec. 5, 2008. The Pentagon's Missile Defense Agency used the interceptor missile to knock down a missile meant to simulate the speed and trajectory of a North Korean attack. It struck the target missile around 3:30 p.m., shortly after the target was launched from a location in Alaska. (AP / Joe Davila)

French U.N. soldiers aim an anti-aircraft missile during joint maneuvers with the Lebanese army in the coastal town of Naqoura, Lebanon, Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008. (AP / Mohammed Zaatari)

North Korean soldiers look at the South Korean side at the border village of Panmunjom on December 6, 2008.

Soldiers help survivors of a landslide in Kuala Lumpur December 6, 2008. A landslide occurred early Saturday in a housing estate in Kuala Lumpur and police confirmed three people killed, according to Malaysia's official Bernama news agency. (Reuters)

Philippine National Police Chief Jesus Verzosa, center, talks to the media after paying a visit to wounded police officers confined at the Paranaque Medical Center at suburban Manila, Philippines, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008. Suspected members of a robbery gang, armed with automatic weapons and grenades fired on Philippine police officers who were tailing them, leaving at least 16 people dead in a fierce shootout in a Manila suburb of Paranaque, The dead include 10 suspects, five civilians and a police officer. At left is Senior Supt. Leopoldo Bataoil and at right is Senior Supt. Perfecto Palad. (AP / Bullit Marquez)

[bzjr68]

Nice Pix Jocker , 1911-a1 & Vaman !!

GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 28, 2008) Chief Aviation Electrician's Mate Chris Mcanney, line shack division leading chief petty officer of the "Golden Warriors" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 87, hand wipes the nose of an F/A-18A+ Hornet aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8 are on deployment in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility, and are focused on reassuring regional partners of the United States commitment to security, which promotes stability and global prosperity. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class John Suits/Released)

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Dec. 6, 2008) Visitors wait in line for a chance to tour the world's only permanently forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS George Washington (CVN 73), during Fleet Activities Yokosuka's (CFAY) Grand Illumination open base event. Yokosuka opened its gates to more than 80,000 Japanese visitors who enjoyed tours of George Washington, holiday lights and decorations, a festival of Christmas trees and American fare. Open-base events like this help strengthen neighborly bonds and encourage friendship between Japanese citizens and the U.S. Navy community. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Barry Hirayama/Released)

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Dec. 6, 2008) Visitors line up for tours of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during Fleet Activities Yokosuka's (CFAY) Grand Illumination open base event. George Washington Sailors opened the ship to the public to welcome their new neighbors in Yokosuka in the spirit of friendship. This was George Washington's first opportunity to welcome the public since it became the Navy's only forward-deployed aircraft carrier in late September when it arrived at its new home of Fleet Activities Yokosuka. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 3rd Class Jeffrey Stewart (Released)

GULF OF OMAN (Dec. 4, 2008) Capt. Ladd Wheeler, commanding officer of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), makes an announcement over the ship's general announcement system for the crew to join him in a foreign object damage (FOD) walk down on the flight deck aboard Theodore Roosevelt. Theodore Roosevelt and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Antwjuan Richards-Jamison/Released)

PHILADELPHIA (Nov. 6, 2008) Navy fans John Orr, left, and Jordan Blake cheer as the U.S. Naval Academy football team runs onto the field before the 109th Army-Navy college football game at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sharay Bennett/Released)

GROTON, Conn. (Dec. 2, 2008) Submarine NR-1 makes its way the Thames River past New London for the final time. The oldest nuclear powered submarine in the U.S. Navy, NR-1, is being retired after nearly 40 years of service. (U.S. Navy photo by John Narewski/Released)

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Dec. 6, 2008) A Japanese boy poses with his very own copy of "Manga CVN 73," during Fleet Activities Yokosuka's (CFAY) Grand Illumination open base event. Yokosuka opened its gates to more than 80,000 Japanese visitors who enjoyed tours of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), holiday lights and decorations, a festival of Christmas trees and American fare. Open-base events like this help strengthen neighborly bonds and encourage friendship between Japanese citizens and the U.S. Navy community. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Barry Hirayama/Released)

In this image released by the Coast Guard, Petty Officer Matthew Miles meets with his wife Danielle and friend Petty Officer Jerad Waring after returning from the Arctic Ocean with the Coast Guard Cutter Polar Sea December 5, 2008. The crew of the Polar Sea was awarded the Arctic Service Medal after serving north of latitude 60 for more than 21 days. (U.S. Coast Guard/ Petty Officer Shawn Eggert)

In this image released by the Coast Guard, Chief David Diroll is reunited with his wife Kristina and son Joshua after returning to Seattle from the Arctic Ocean with the Coast Guard Cutter Polar Sea December 5, 2008. The crew of the Polar Sea was awarded the Arctic Service Medal for serving north of latitude 60 for more than 21 days. (U.S. Coast Guard/Petty Officer Shawn Eggert)

In this image released by the Coast Guard, Chief Mark Hulen hugs his daughter Molly after returning to Seattle from the Arctic Ocean with the Coast Guard Cutter Polar Sea December 5, 2008. The crew of the Polar Sea was awarded the Arctic Service Medal for serving north of latitude 60 for more than 21 days. (U.S. Coast Guard/Petty Officer Shawn Eggert)

[bzjr68]

Slim Pickin's Today !!

U.S. Navy Fireman DeAndra Gorman operates a lathe to make end caps in the sheet metal shop aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) while underway in the Gulf of Oman on Dec. 3, 2008. The aircraft carrier and embarked Carrier Air Wing 8 are on deployment in the 5th Fleet area of responsibility to support maritime security. DoD photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Antwjuan Richards-Jamison, U.S. Navy. (Released)

Navy fullback Eric Kettani picks up a first down at the 109th playing of the Army-Navy football game at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Dec. 6, 2008. The U.S. Naval Academy Midshipmen extended their winning streak over Army to seven with a 34-0 win over the U.S. Military Academy Black Knights. DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Chad J. McNeeley

A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron-264 (REIN), 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepares to land on the flight deck on the USS Iwo Jima in the Arabian Gulf, Dec. 5, 2008. The 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit and Iwo Jima Strike Group are currently deployed to the 5th Fleet Area of Operation. Photo by Cpl. Patrick M. Johnson-Campbell

A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron-264 (REIN), 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, flies over the horizon after taking off from the USS Iwo Jima in the Arabian Gulf, Dec. 5, 2008. The 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit and Iwo Jima Strike Group are currently deployed to the 5th Fleet Area of Operation. Photo by Cpl. Patrick M. Johnson-Campbell

Lance Cpl. Kyle Friel, a motor transport mechanic with Civil Affairs Team 5, Detachment 1, 2nd Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 5, carefully navigates his way across what used to be the riverbed of the Euphrates River near the city of Anah, Iraq, Dec. 1. The river level has been in a steady decline due to poor rainfall and lack of water being released from the Haditha Dam. The people of Anah are attempting to dredge the riverbed to preserve their water supply and prevent a drought for them and the surrounding towns. Photo by Lance Cpl. Paul Torres

Cpl. Darnell G. Liesinger, a civil affairs Marine with Civil Affairs team 5, Detachment 1, 2nd Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 5, posts security while his fellow Marines perform a site evaluation to see what work is yet to be done to preserve the city of Anah's water supply Dec.1. The Euphrates River level has been in a steady decline causing the water to steadily flow further and further away from the water tower pipes. The water tower is used to supply Anah and other towns with water and without it they could be facing a potential drought. Photo by Lance Cpl. Paul Torres

Gunnery Sgt Gary M. Gonzalez, 40, from La Puente, Calif., and Sgt. Mitchell S. Wilder, 25, from Boise, Idaho, both with Civil Affairs Team 5, Detachment 1, 2nd Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 5, perform a final walkthrough of the school in Hassah, Iraq, Nov. 30. The town of Hassah has a large number of youth and the school is the only educational facility within the town limits. Heavy usage and a large number of students in attendance made it necessary for the school to receive some renovations and expansions to better equip it to educate the youth. Photo by Lance Cpl. Paul Torres

Lance Cpl. Blake Burkhart (left) and Lance Cpl. Jason O’Brien, with 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, glance over a map during a land navigation course here, Dec. 3. The Marines trained here in order to keep their field navigational skills sharp and ready for any future deployments. Photo by Lance Cpl. Casey Jones

Marines from 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, find a numbered box during a land navigation course here, Dec. 3. The Marines said they found the LandNav course, where no Global Positioning System (GPS) devices were allowed, to be a challenge but manageable. The Marines were only allowed to use the tools given: a map, compass, protractor, and a pen. Photo by Lance Cpl. Casey Jones

Lance Cpl. Marvin Sanders (left) and Lance Cpl. Nathan Conway, with 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, walk along a trail during a land navigation course here, Dec. 3. The Marines honed their land navigational skills, which are necessary for future deployments, using basic instruments such as a map, compass, protractor, and a pen. Photo by Lance Cpl. Casey Jones

[drake247]

Great pics everyone!

[Gawel1410]

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Did any north koreas try to assasinate the polish president, like last time in Georgia?

[VAMAN]

Did any north koreas try to assasinate the polish president, like last time in Georgia?

What? North Koreans and Polish president? It doesn't make any sense.

[Beirut]

Russian navy's Admiral Kuznetsov carrier is seen in the Barents Sea.



photo is from norvegian plane

[Beirut]

Russian destroyer Admiral Chabanenko crosses the 50 mile (80 km) waterway of the Panama Canal in Colon City December 5, 2008. The destroyer is the first Russian military ship to cross the canal since World War II.

[VAMAN]

WOW this is a beautiful photo of the Russian carrier.

[VAMAN]

The finishing touches are made as the household cavalry prepare for the state opening of parliament at their Hyde Park barracks. December 3, 2008 (PA / Steve Parsons)

Cavalry horses before the ceremony. Hyde Park barracks. December 3, 2008 (PA / Steve Parsons)

Members of the Queen's guards march past Buckingham Palace. December 3, 2008 (Photo: Chris Jackson)

Queen Elizabeth II's procession makes it's way from Buckingham Palace to House of Lords on December 3, 2008 in London. (Crown Copyright / Sgt Ian Houlding)

The Guard of Honour from the 1st Battalion The Grenadier Guards prepare for the arrival of the Queen's procession on December 3, 2008 in London. (Crown Copyright / Sgt Ian Houlding)

F Coy Scots Guards, Guard of Honour outside Buckingham Palace waiting for the return of the Queen's procession on December 3, 2008 in London. (Crown Copyright / Sgt Ian Houlding)

The bodyguard of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, known as Gentlemen at Arms, form up ready to proceed into Parliament prior to the Queens arrival, during the formal ceremony of the State Opening of Parliament in London, Wednesday Dec. 3, 2008. The guard was instituted by King Henry VIII in 1509, and now consists of five officers and 27 Gentlemen, all of whom, with the exception of the captain, are retired officers of the army or Royal Marines, and are members of the Royal Household. (AP / Richard Pohle)

The Imperial State Crown is carried from Parliament, after Britain's Queen Elizabeth II's speech at the State Opening of Parliament in London,Wednesday Dec. 3, 2008, where the Queen unveiled the British government's legislative programme for the next year. (AP / Toby Melville)

[Beirut]

WOW this is a beautiful photo of the Russian carrier.