Transition will occur as soon as Afghanistan is in position to take the lead according to Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, ADM Michael Mullen.

The recent surge in violence plaguing the Iraqi capital of Baghdad dominated talks between Defense Secretary Robert Gates and Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki.

The Army has released its suicide numbers for November.

Defense Secretary Gates pays a visit to troops in Iraq.

Fifteen thousand wreaths will be placed at headstones throughout Arlington National Cemetery on Saturday to honor America’s fallen heroes.