Word: commandeering
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...they are making progress against the loyalists, as more figures from the deposed regime are captured or killed. Pentagon officers say the modest scale of the attacks suggests that they are conducted by small cells operating largely on their own. "If they could launch bigger attacks," says a Central Command officer, "they would...
...celebrating Sert’s half-century of taking command of and changing Harvard University forever,” said Jorge Silvetti, Robinson, Jr. Professor in Architecture. “Some consider him the paradigm of the architect teacher that many aspire to and few match...
...ostensibly implying the protection of said area by U.N. troops, become worthless, as happened in 1995’s terrifying massacre at Srebrenica. When shots are fired, U.N. blue helmets have a nasty habit of staying inside the barracks, a symptom of a fuzzy, multinational chain of command and bizarre diplomatic doublespeak...
...most of the time, it is Old’s ability to maintain his team’s composure that leads Harvard. His teammates praise his excellent communication and strategic play for giving them confidence under his command, with Craig dubbing Old the “glue” of the team...
...government. Pakistan has contributed to the reconstruction of Afghanistan and continues to do so. The government of Pakistan is deeply committed to fostering peace in Afghanistan and friendly relations with its people. Pakistan's army is one of the most professional in the world. It is united under the command of President Musharraf and is willing and able to shoulder the responsibilities entrusted to it. Nighat Shah Consul (Information) Consulate General of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Hong Kong...