The featured programs for the Persian Gulf Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=1042 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Thu, 23 May 2013 15:20:31 GMT Former Senator Chuck Hagel testified on his nomination to be secretary of defense. Among the topics he addressed were military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq, his opinions and votes on military operations, U.S. relations with Israel, projected Defense Department budget cuts, service by openly gay and lesbian personnel, Iranian nuclear development programs, and future roles for the U.S. military. He was introduced at the hearing by former Senators John Warner (R-VA) and Sam Nunn (D-NC). http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310498-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310498-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Antonio Mendez spoke about the Iranian hostage crisis and a secret operation to save Americans in Iran during the turmoil in which he took a role as a Hollywood producer scouting out locations for a fake science fiction movie titled "Argo." During the Iran Hostage Crisis in 1979, six Americans escaped from the U.S. embassy in Tehran and hid in the city. The CIA launched a covert operation to find and get them out of the country. Mr. Mendez spoke at an event hosted by the International Spy Museum in Washington, DC. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308318-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308318-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad addressed the United Nations General Assembly. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308405-101 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308405-101 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT President Obama addressed the United Nations General Assembly. He began by talking about the life of the late Ambassador Chris Stevens, who was killed at an attack of the U.S. embassy in Libya. He said "the events of the last two weeks are not simply an assault on America," but an assault on the ideals of the U.N. He also spoke about Iran's nuclear program, warning that "the United States will do what we must to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308391-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308391-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT John O. Brennan discussed U.S. policy toward Yemen, the status of Yemen's political transition and economic recovery program, as well as the humanitarian and security. The Obama administration has increased its drone attacks in Yemen. Ten al-Qaida militants were killed by drone attacks on Tuesday according to the Associated Press, including one believe to be a top bomb-maker. The U.S. has also been providing logistical support to the Yemeni military as it tries to take back parts of the south that are in al-Qaida control . http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307492-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307492-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about the upcoming upcoming P-5+1 talks on Iran's nuclear program. P-5+1 refers to the permanent five members of the United Nations Security Council (France, the United Kingdom, China, Russia, and the United States), plus Germany. Topics included the possibility of U.S. action against Iran, diplomacy, and reasons why Iran might be willing to negotiate. They responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305996-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305996-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Defense Secretary Leon Panetta and Joint Chiefs Chairman Martin Dempsey testified on the violence in Syria. Several committee members pressed for military action against the forces of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. Secretary Panetta and General Dempsey said that the Pentagon is reviewing its options, but the situation in Syria is much more complicated than Libya and that an international consensus would be required before any military strikes. Secretary Panetta also told the committee that the unrest in Syria has weakened Iran's position in the region. Both witnesses confirmed that Iran is supplying the Assad regime with weapons and other assistance. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304769-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304769-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT President Obama held his first formal news conference of the year in the Brady Press Briefing Room. He spoke about his economic proposals, the state of the housing market, and providing mortgage assistance to veterans. He also answered questions on a variety of topics including policy toward Iran, relations with Israel, and violence in Syria. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304774-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304774-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke at the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) conference. He said that Israel could not afford to wait much longer for diplomacy and sanctions to deter Iran's nuclear program, noting that sanctions were hurting Iran's economy but Tehran's nuclear program continued to move forward. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304740-7 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304740-7 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT President Obama spoke at the annual meeting of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee abut U.S. relations with Israel and the situation in the Middle East. In his remarks he outlined his administration's policies in the region and cautioned against any premature military action against Iran and its nuclear program, but also said that America was ready to strike Iran should sanctions fail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304719-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304719-3 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about nuclear proliferation in Iran and North Korea. Topics included North Korea's agreement to a moratorium on long range missile following the death of Kim Jong Il, Iran's lack of transparency with nuclear activities and its upcoming elections, and the prescriptions for responses from U.S. policymakers. After their discussion, they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304705-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304705-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Middle East experts talked about the impact of a nuclear-armed Iran on the Middle East region and the world. The panelists focused much of their discussion on the differing policies between the U.S. and Israel in dealing with Iran. Former Israeli Deputy Defense Foreign Minister said despite media reports, Israel is not "trigger happy" about attacking Iran. The program includes questions from audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304533-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304533-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Experts on Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Iran talked about the history of relations between the countries and their role in regional security. Among the topics they addressed were the histories of conflicts between the nations, Turkey's role as a secular country, and the history of conflict between Turkey and Saudi Arabia. They panelists answered questions from the audience following their prepared remarks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303278-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303278-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Secretary of Defense Leona Panetta led a ceremony in Baghdad marking the formal end of the U.S. war in Iraq. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303221-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303221-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT President and Mrs. Obama marked the U.S. troop withdrawal from Iraq and the end of the war with a visit to Fort Bragg, North Carolina. He paid tribute to returning troops saying that U.S. was leaving behind a stable nation and "closing one of the most extraordinary chapters in the history of the American military." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303180-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303180-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT President Obama and Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki held a joint news conference. President Obama said that he had no doubt that Iraq could succeed following the withdrawal of U.S. troops in Iraq. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303132-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303132-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner spoke to reporters about sanctions and new actions the U.S. wwould take in reaction to Iran's nuclear arms program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302816-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302816-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT General Jeffrey Buchanan, director of strategic effects for U.S. forces in Iraq, talked about the status of the U.S. troop and equipment drawdown process in Iraq and the pending transfer of power to the Iraqi government. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. General Buchanan participated from Iraq. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302632-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302632-3 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT National security advisers spoke to reporters about President Obama's announcement that all U.S. troops will be withdrawn from Iraq by the end of 2011. Deputy Adviser Denis McDonough said that Iraqi officials expressed a general appreciation for the work of U.S. troops since 2001. Afterward, Jay Carney gave the daily White House briefing, which was focused on primarily on President Obama's jobs bill. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302221-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302221-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates talked about the future of the U.S. military. Other topics included his legacy, the Mideast, the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell, troop withdrawals from Iraq and Afghanistan, and his years at the CIA. Audience members included includes military, ROTC, and students, including an Iraqi studying in the U.S. who asked why the U.S. invaded Iraq. Mr. Gates implied the decision was a mistake and said he would not have trusted the intelligence if had he been involved. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301707-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301707-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Former Vice President Dick Cheney was interviewed by Stephen Hayes about the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Mr. Cheney provided a detailed description of events on the day of the attack, saying he was able to keep his emotions in check during the days that followed. Other topics included George W. Bush administration surveillance and interrogation programs, and the Iraq War. Mr. Cheney also responded to questions from members of the audience. "A 9/11 Anniversary Conversation with Former Vice President Richard Cheney: Ten Years After: Lessons Learned, Lessons Unlearned" was a program of the American Enterprise Institute that celebrated the launch of the book former Vice President Cheney wrote with his daughter Liz, [In My Time: A Personal and Political Memoir]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301456-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301456-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT The Commission on Wartime Contracting in Iraq and Afghanistan issued its final report, finding over $30 billion in waste and fraud from U.S.-funded contracts in Iraq and Afghanistan over the last decade. The eight-member, bipartisan commission created by Congress in 2008 concluded that much of the waste and fraud could have been avoided. They warned that unless changes are made, the effectiveness of money spent in future wartime operations will be undercut. Some of the problems outlined in the report included poor planning by the government amd poor performance by contractors, "ill-conceived" projects, and blatant corruption. The commission also recommended the creation of a permanent inspector general office for contingency operations to monitor wartime contracts. Virginia Senator Jim Webb, the original sponsor of the legislation that created the commission, spoke briefly about the report and some of its recommendations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301307-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301307-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Secretary of Defense Robert Gates and Joint Chiefs Chairman Admiral Mike Mullen briefed reporters. Secretary Gates, who was participating in his last press conference before his retirement at the end of the month, began by recommending Admiral Jonathan Greenert as next chief of naval operations. In his comments he praised the press corps and talked about his relationship with the media. Other topics included U.S.-Pakistan relations, the Afghanistan war and troop withdrawal time table, the unrest in Yemen and Syria, and NATO operations in Libya. He and Admiral Mullen reacted to the appointment of the new al-Qaida leader as well as the Defense Department budget and spending cuts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300068-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300068-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT President Obama talked about U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East, focusing on political reforms after a wave of popular uprisings in Arab countries from Tunisia to Syria. In his remarks he praised the democratic nature of the uprisings and contrasted the revolutionary sentiment with the terrorism of al-Qaida, and pledged moral and economic development support to assist the people of the region. He also called for a solution to the impasse in negotiations between Israel and the Palestinian Authority, specifically calling for a recognition of a sovereign Palestine along the 1967 borders. He remarked, "the status quo is unsustainable, and Israel too must act boldly to advance a lasting peace," and that "Palestinians will never realize their independence by denying the right of Israel to exist." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299606-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299606-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT House Armed Services Committee Chair Buck McKeon (R-CA) talked about the military budget, cost growth in programs like the Joint Strike Fighter, as well as the U.S. role in Libya, Iraq, and Afghanistan. He also discussed impending changes in Defense Department leadership and the national security team. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299059-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299059-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT General David Petraeus, Commander of U.S. Central Command, spoke about military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. He also spoke about an on-going strategy review being conducted by the Defense Department and White House that was considering adding up to 40,000 troops in Afghanistan saying that there were limits to how fast that development could occur, but that the decision was a "very substantial endeavor" that was "moving quite rapidly." Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289311-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289311-2 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT General Petraeus spoke about military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, and said the fight against al-Qaida had been "mildly positive" and called for a "whole of governments" approach to counterterrorism. He also declined to discuss what he called "pre-decisional details" on whether to send more troops to Afghanistan or other measures that should be taken in the war there, saying only that numerous discussions with a "considerable degree of intensity" will be taking place over the next several days. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289092-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289092-2 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT President Obama, French President Nicolas Sarkozy, and British Prime Minister Gordon Brown spoke about Iran's second nuclear program. Iran revealed the existence of the second plant in a letter sent Monday to International Atomic Energy Agency chief Mohamed ElBaradei. The leaders were attending the G-20 Summit in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289138-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289138-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Iranian President Ahmadinejad spoke about a number of issues concerning Iran. In his remarks he said that Iran was willing to open negotiations in good faith and was committed "to participate in the process of building durable peace and security." He criticized the state of international affairs, and particularly the actions of the U.S. and Israel. He also predicted the downfall of the current economic system, championed the cause of Palestinians, and defended governing on the basis of religious morality. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289093-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289093-5 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT Defense Secretary Robert Gates and Joint Chiefs of Staff Vice Chairman General James Cartwright answered questions about the cancellation of an European missile defense program. Secretary Gates said the decision to abandon the Bush administration's plans for a land-based missile defense system followed a reassessment of the threat posed by Iran. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288986-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288986-1 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT