Marines Land Beach Surprise Broadcast Stuns Pentagon
The first Somalia landing by Marines and Navy frogmen was filmed by reporters, exposing troops on the beach and drawing Pentagon ire over lighting and publicity. Pentagon officials had encouraged coverage but warned lights compromised night operations. CBS News aired footage after Pentagon requested no lights.
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January troop withdrawal possible in Somalia says Cheney
Secretary of Defense Dick Cheney reports the initial landings in Mogadishu went very well and suggests a possible withdrawal start by Inauguration Day. He says, with Powell and Fitzwater confirming, the operation is on track and aims to reduce violence while preparing for UN peacekeepers to assume authority by month’s end.
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