Challenges for UN Forces in East Timor

Article Abstract:

The United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor, the UN mission that will replace the International Forces in East Timor, will face a number of challenges when it begins its peacekeeping mission prior to democratic elections in the country. Chief among the problems will be in securing the 80km-long border between East and West Timor at a time when the monsoon season is coming, a situation that calls for more personnel and equipment that can better perform their assigned tasks.

Indonesia, United Nations

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Australian forces go Scud hunting in western Iraq

Article Abstract:

Issues are examined regarding the developing capabilities of Australian Special Forces as manifest during 'Iraqi Freedom.'

United States, Iraq, Strategic aspects, Special forces (Military science)

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Interview: Major General Duncan Lewis, Special Operations Commander, Australia

Article Abstract:

Major General Lewis states that the success of the Australian elite forces in Operation 'Iraqi Freedom' is due to a rigorous selection program. Only the right soldiers are accepted into the country's Special Forces.

Military policy, Generals, Lewis, Duncan

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