The most popular programs for the NATO Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=970 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Sat, 18 May 2013 14:44:39 GMT President Obama delivered a nationally televised address from the United States Military Academy at West Point. He outlined the situation in the region and laid out his strategy and goals for international efforts in the war in Afghanistan, saying "the [status quo] is not sustainable." To address the challenges ahead, he announced an order to deploy 30,000 more troops, detailed the Kabul government's changing role in the war, and called on the international community and American people to support the efforts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290349-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290349-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Obama spoke to reporters at the close of the NATO Summit. He focused on an agreement among member nations to wind down combat operations in Afghanistan by 2014, but warned that the Taliban remained a "robust enemy" and NATO's gains on the ground were fragile. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306150-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306150-2 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Victoria Nuland was interviewed about her job as U.S. ambassador to NATO, the influence of NATO worldwide, and her career in foreign affairs and diplomacy. Topics included Darfur and the African Union, the duties of NATO officials, military troops, the September 11 attacks, the history of NATO, and the U.S. role in NATO. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193041-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193041-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Robert Gates spoke about the future of NATO in his final speech as Defense secretary. He warned of a "dim, if not dismal" future for the transatlantic alliance if members fail to increase defense spending and their commitment to military operations. He stressed that the U.S. is shouldering most of the cost of NATO missions in Afghanistan and Libya, and said that it will be increasingly difficult to convince the American public to support the transatlantic alliance without a greater contribution from European allies. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299970-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299970-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT David Gibbs talked about his book [First Do No Harm: Humanitarian Intervention and the Destruction of Yugoslavia] (Vanderbilt University Press; June 29, 2009). He discusssed the U.S./NATO bombing of Yugoslavia in 1999 and argued that this "humanitarian intervention" contributed to the destruction and break-up of the country. He called for a change in U.S. policy when confronting ethnic conflicts around the world. He responded to questions from members of the audience. Professor Gibbs spoke at the University of Arizona Bookstore in Tucson Tuesday, September 8, 2009, 4:30 p.m. MST. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288891-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288891-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified on the 2012 NATO summit in Chicago and the future agenda of NATO. Among the topics they addressed were diminishing defense funding for NATO by European countries, missile defense, NATO partnerships, new country membership, as well as the transition in Afghanistan and the proposed U.S. reduction of combat brigades Stationed in Europe. They also touched on relations between NATO and Russia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305942-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305942-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Lieutenant General Patrick O'Reilly outlined a possible plan for a transatlantic missile defense system. Following hia remarks, Frank Rose talked about the status of U.S. talks to implement the system with NATO partners and Russia. This program was part of an Atlantic Council conference looking at ways in which an upcoming NATO summit could affect plans for a transatlantic missile defense system. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295948-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295948-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Nicholas Burns talked about his newly-released report on NATO, "Anchoring the Alliance," which outlined the missions and visions for the alliance. He focused on the need for continued U.S. leadership, a shift in strategic concentration on Asian security issues, and defining new leadership roles for Turkey and European countries. He delivered the remarks days before a scheduled NATO summit in Chicago. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305997-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305997-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Secretary Albright testified regarding the NATO military strikes on Yugoslavia. She stated that NATO strikes will continue until Serb forces are removed from Kosovo, the refugees are allowed to return, Kosovo is granted a democratic self-government, and an international military presence is permitted in the region. She also answered questions regarding the arming of the Kosovo Liberation Army and the U.S. humanitarian effort. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/122640-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/122640-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT NATO officials spoke to reporters about the situation in Libya, saying the Libya mission "isn't over" and that Libya Head of State Moammar Qadhafi's power is "severely eroded." NATO Spokesperson Colonel Roland Lavoie said that the leader's days in the country are limited. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301182-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301182-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Scholars and European foreign policy leaders gave an overview of the 2012 NATO summit. Among the topics they discussed were NATO's structure and its link to the European Union, the implications of Iran's nuclear program, the impact on international diplomacy Senator Dick Lugar's (R-IN) defeat in his state's 2012 primary, and cyber warfare. After their presentations, the panelists answered questions from audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305999-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305999-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT At the conclusion of the NATO summit in Strasbourg, France, President Obama told reporters that NATO was committed to strengthening Pakistan's ability to meet the needs of its people and that his counterparts put NATO's "stamp of approval" on his strategy for the region. He said the U.S. and its allies would put more money into Pakistan to provide help beyond the military fight. He was also asked if he had a message for al-Qaida terrorists who are hiding out in the border region with Afghanistan, and said that NATO was unified, strong and would not be worn down by the struggle. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285082-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285082-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT British Prime Minister Cameron updated House of Commons members on recent G-8 and NATO summits held in the United States. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306197-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306197-2 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Stephen Flanagan and Kati Suominen talked about the G-8 and NATO summits, held respectively at Camp David and in Chicago, and they responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Topics included G-8 members' decision to move from austerity toward growth policies and German reaction to the shift, keeping Greece in the eurozone, ending the war in Afghanistan, and missile defense of Europe over Russian objections. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306135-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306135-4 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Stephen Flanagan talked about the size and scope of what NATO countries offer in peacekeeping missions. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298749-7 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298749-7 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Former Commander of NATO's International Security Assistance Force Regional Command South, Royal Netherlands Army Major General Mart de Kruif conducted a press briefing on his experiences leading 40,000 coalition troops in southern Afghanistan from November 2008 - November 2009. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290674-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290674-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Elizabeth Sherwood Randall spoke about the future of the NATO alliance and issues facing an upcoming NATO summit. Among the topics she addressed were the transition of security responsibilities to Afghan forces, missile defense, European and global security concerns, and the NATO response to political unrest in North Africa and the Middle East. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305722-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305722-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Obama welcomed NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen to the NATO Summit in Chicago. In some brief remarks to reporters, the president talked about the meeting's agenda including the transitioning of Afghan security, the Alliance's defense capabilities, and its extended partnerships with other nations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306144-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306144-5 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Telephone lines were open for comments on NATO's plan for Afghanistan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306129-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306129-2 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Gary Schmitt talked about his October 6, 2010, opinion piece, "The Demilitarization of Europe," and he responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. In the piece he argued that most of NATO's 28 alliance members are failing to live up to their promised defense spending target of at least two percent of gross domestic product, and the ramifications of this situation. Other discussion topics in the program were the latest developments from the NATO summit the recent weekend, NATO's role in the war in Afghanistan, and Obama administration national defense policies. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296710-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296710-4 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Damon Wilson talked about NATO's major European partners taking a leading role Libya campaign, and new developments in Libya. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301251-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301251-5 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Obama and Secretary-General Anders Fogh Rasmussen spoke to reporters in the Oval Office. They talked about the NATO mission in Afghanistan and European missile defense strategy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289208-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289208-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about the challenges facing NATO in light of budget cuts by U.S. and several other member countries. Among the issues they addressed were the roles and responsibilities of member nations, as well as levels of spending by various countries facing difficult economic problems. They responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305999-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305999-2 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen gave his monthly briefing to the press. He condemned the continuing violence in Syria, and the recent shooting down of a Turkish military jet by Syria. He reiterated that NATO had no intentions of becoming involved in Syria. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306878-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306878-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Nicholas Burns talked about the role of NATO in Libya and the the George W. Bush administration's decision to restore U.S. relationship with Moammar Qadhafi. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Mr. Burns participated from Providence, Rhode Island. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301230-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301230-4 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Secretaries Gates and Clinton talked to reporters and answered questions at the opening of NATO meetings in Brussels. The program ends abruptly due to a signal loss. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296016-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296016-2 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT General Craddock spoke about NATO's role in military operations in Afghanistan, the changing role of NATO, and future prospects for security operations. He also talked about responding to challenges faced by military leaders in the field and lessons learned from various operations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286256-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286256-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Honorees at the Atlantic Council annual awards dinner spoke of the challenges facing NATO and the Atlantic community. Evgeny Kissin, recepient of the Distinguished Artistic Leadership Award, played the piano. Tony Blair received the Distinguished International Leadership Award. Rupert Murdoch received the Distinguished Business Leadership Award. Admiral Michael Mullen received the Distinguished Military Leadership Award. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204948-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204948-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Obama spoke to reporters following a two-day meeting with leaders at the NATO summit in Lisbon where they discussed relations with Russia and the transitional process in Afghanistan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296706-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296706-2 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Charles Bouchard, the head of NATO operations in Libya, answered questions about the circumstances surrounding former Libyan leader Moammar Qadhafi's death, and the possible threat of violence by Qadhafi loyalists. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302283-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302283-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Obama and other leaders were shown arriving at the NATO Summit opening ceremony. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296696-101 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296696-101 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Obama and Afghan President Hamid Karzai spoke briefly to reporters about the strategic partnership agreement reached between their two nations earlier in the year, and the eventual transition of security to the Afghan people. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306144-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306144-2 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Indiana Senator Dick Lugar talked about the state of the NATO alliance at an event hosted by the Atlantic Council. Topics included NATO's role in Afghanistan, relations with Russia, and missile defense. Following his remarks he responded to questions from audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289176-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289176-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT President Clinton addressed the nation on his decision to commit U.S. military forces to a NATO mission to launch an air campaign against Serbian forces in Yugoslavia. He said that the goal of the campaign was to prove the resolve of NATO and Europe, end "ethnic cleansing" in Kosovo, and to diminish the capability of Serbian forces. He referred to the history of the region, noting that inaction prior to World War I and World War II had immersed the globe in war. He then warned that inaction posed the threat that President Milosevic could embroil the region in conflict, while action presented the possibility of peace. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/122039-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/122039-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Ambassador Ivo Daalder spoke about an upcoming NATO summit in Chicago and future directions for NATO strategy and operations. In his remarks he addressed a number of issues including plans by the newly elected French president to withdraw troops from Afghanistan. The ambassador also spoke U.S. relations with Russia, where President Vladimir Putin was elected to a third term. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305866-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305866-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT The hosts of the NATO 60th Anniversary Summit held a closing news conference. Participants spoke about the work of the summit and their support for increased commitments to Afghanistan. They also welcomed new member countries Albania and Croatia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285082-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285082-2 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT David Axe was embedded in the NATO troop deployment of southern Afghanistan in June 2007. He was in Tarin Kowt, a city north of Kandahar and west of Kabul. Tarin Kowt was known as a Taliban stronghold. Axe talked about the region of Tarin Kowt and the geopolitics of Afghanistan. He interviewed members of the Australian Army stationed in Tarin Kowt. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199866-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199866-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT General Wesley Clark (USA, Ret.), former NATO supreme allied commander of Europe, talked about the strategic relationship between the U.S. and Arab countries. John Duke Anthony and Rear Admiral Harold Bernsen, (USN, Ret.) made opening remarks. "Revisiting Arab-U.S. Strategic Relations: An Overview and Personal Perspective" was the opening program of the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations 17th Annual Arab-U.S. Policymakers Conference, "Transitioning the White House: Challenges and Opportunities for Arab-U.S. Relations," which was held at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282102-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282102-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT General William Caldwell spoke to reporters following meetings at the NATO headquarters. He talked about building up the Afghan security forces and the need for allied nations to provide more instructors. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292355-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292355-2 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright talked about the new NATO report outlining the organizations new mission statement. Topics included the report's findings, recommendations, and the leading issues of the report. She also discussed Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan and she responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Secretary Albright was to testify before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee later in the day. C-SPAN Radio's Bobbi Jackson read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293615-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293615-4 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses provided an updated assessment of a strategy for turning the tide in Afghanistan. Recent reports concluding that the mission in Afghanistan may fail without prompt action were discussed. Another topic was how coordinating action in Afghanistan provides a test of the viability of NATO. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203867-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203867-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT NATO Secretary General Rasmussen delivered his monthly news conference. He said NATO and European allies will send an additional 5,000 troops to Afghanistan. So far, two other countries have announced sending additional troops to the region, the United Kingdom and Poland. Mr. Rasmussen responded to President Obama's previous evening national address, reiterating, "This is not just America's war," and urging the international community to offer more troops. Questions focused on international reaction to President Obama's speech, the political climate in Afghanistan, and defining the handover process with Afghan security forces. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290393-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290393-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT In his book Sarwar Kashmeri argues that NATO's historic function has been largely taken over by the European Union's security alliance and says that if it is to survive, NATO must take on a different role. He responded to questions from members of the audience at this event hosted by the Foreign Policy Association at Grupo Santander. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300550-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300550-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen and Portugal Prime Minister Jose Socrates made opening remarks at the NATO Summit. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296696-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296696-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT The Russian news included an excerpt of President Yeltsin's State of the Nation speech. News coverage of the military attacks on Yugoslavia was shown. Translation into English was by voiceover. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/122179-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/122179-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT NATO summit participants spoke to reporters and answered questions about their summit in Lisbon, Portugal. In their remarks the spoke about the timetable for withdrawal of NATO forces from Afghanistan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296706-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296706-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Canadian Royal Air Force General Charles Bouchard assessed the NATO alliance after the overthrow of Moammar Qadhafi. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304422-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304422-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT At a NATO news conference in Slovakia, Secretary-General Anders Fogh Rasmussen and Defense Secretary Robert Gates spoke to reporters and answered questions on the NATO mission in Afghanistan, the U.S. approach to European missile defense, and General Stanley McChrystal's report on Afghanistan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289616-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289616-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT Jay Carney briefed reporters and answered questions. He said the nomination of General John Allen to NATO commander "will proceed." General Allen's nomination was put on hold while the Pentagon investigated emails that linked to the resignation of CIA director General David Petraeus. Other topics at today's briefing included Secretary Clinton testifying on the Benghazi consulate attack and U.S. foreign policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310555-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310555-1 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen delivered his first major speech in the U.S. as Secretary General. He talked about the future of the Afghanistan mission. Following his speech he answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289176-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289176-2 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT