07/12/2007
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"I think that the symbolism, to members of the services, that there is a civilian at the head of their own service who is responsible for them, and accountable for them, I think, is important."
"There is still time to expand the United States military training of Ukraine battalions."
"You cannot act independently anymore without worrying about my actions."
"I have been deeply disappointed by Russia's actions in Syria, Ukraine, and Eastern Europe, and the negative effect these actions have had on the United States 09Russian relationship."