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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
RELEASE No. 20071106-05
November 6, 2007
Concerned Local Citizens, children turn in caches
Multi-National Division – Center PAO
FORWARD OPERATING BASE KALSU, Iraq – Three separate weapons caches were found in areas south of Baghdad Nov. 3. Two of the caches were found by Concerned Local Citizens.
In Hawr Rajab, CLCs found a cache consisting of four 57 mm projectiles taped together. The citizens brought the ordnance to Paratroopers of Troop A, 1st Squadron, 40th Cavalry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), out of Fort Richardson, Alaska, at Entry Control Point 20 for safe disposal.
Local children in Hawr Rajab also contributed by pointing out the location of a cache to Paratroopers of Troop C, 1-40th Cav. Regt. The cache consisted of six 82 mm mortars.
In Arab Jabour, Soldiers from Company A, 1st Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division discovered a weapons cache that consisted of a 155 mm mortar round, an OG-7V grenade and one rocket-propelled grenade propellant charge.
“The CLCs have added a dynamic to our offensive capabilities that have shaped the battlefield in ways that Coalition Forces alone could never have achieved,” said Capt. Chad Klascius, Troop A commander.
“Working with local nationals to create positive results and a safer environment is one of the most rewarding missions we’ve endeavored,” Klascius said. “Not only are we defeating al Qaeda, but the work of the local nationals gives us hope for the future of Iraq.”
An explosive ordnance disposal team destroyed all caches with controlled detonations.
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PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Office of the Spokesman
This information is current as of today, Tue Nov 06 2007 03:22:47 GMT-0800.
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
November 5, 2007
This Public Announcement is to remind all American citizens resident in the UAE, and those intending to visit there, that thousands of foreign visitors will be attending the Dubai Air Show between November 11-15, 2007. Although the U.S. Government has no specific or credible information about security concerns related to the Dubai Air Show, terrorist groups seek to continue attacks against U.S. interests in the Middle East and North Africa. Terrorist actions may include bombings, hijackings, hostage taking, kidnappings, and assassinations. During the event, U.S. citizens are advised to maintain a high level of vigilance, to be aware of local events and traffic delays, and to take appropriate steps to bolster their personal security. This Public Announcement expires November 16, 2007.
As is typical at large international conferences and exhibitions, residents and visitors can expect this event to attract senior foreign government officials and high-level business delegations from many countries, resulting in significant traffic delays. Also, there will be increased police and security presence in and around various event venues in the city, near the Dubai airport, around hotels, shopping centers and other locales.
The U.S. Embassy and Consulate General recommend that Americans consult the Department of State’s Worldwide Caution Public Announcement, Middle East and North Africa Public Announcement, and other travel information available on the Department of State’s Consular Affairs internet website at http://travel.state.gov .
The U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi is located in the Embassies District, Plot 38, Sector W59-02, Street No. 4, P.O. Box 4009. The telephone number is (971)(2) 414-2200, and the Consular Section fax number is (971)(2) 414-2241. The email address for American Citizens Services inquiries, including passport questions, is abudhabiacs@state.gov.
The Embassy Internet web site is http://uae.usembassy.gov . The after-hours telephone number is (971)(2) 414-2500.
The U.S. Consulate General in Dubai is located on the 21st floor of the Dubai World Trade Center, P.O. Box 9343. The telephone number is (971)(4) 311-6000. The Consular Section fax number is (971)(4) 311-6213. The email address for American Citizens Services inquiries, including passport questions, is dubaiwarden@state.gov. The web site for the U.S. Consulate General in Dubai is http://dubai.usconsulate.gov . For after-hours emergencies, contact the Embassy at (971)(2) 414-2500 for the Dubai Duty Officer.
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