Such efforts include extending the non-withdrawal period or negotiating new limits or definitions further constraining U.S. ability rapidly to develop, test and deploy defenses against ballistic missiles.

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This will depend on the length of the withdrawal period.

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"We propose that a period of drug withdrawal should be considered as part of ongoing management of hypertensive patients, " says cardiovascular epidemiologist Christopher Reid.

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Just as airlines require passengers to turn off their mobile devices for the duration of the flight, the withdrawal is confined to a limited period.

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In essence, what we see in Olmert's and Livni's machinations is a repeat of Ariel Sharon's and Livni's political maneuvering in the period that preceded the withdrawal from Gaza.

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Regarding withdrawal from Iraq, Gates said the military is planning various options, with the quickest withdrawal being the 16-month period -- ending in May 2010 -- outlined by Obama when he was running for president.

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So if you're entering a period of "Downton" withdrawal, consider a peek into America's historic high life.

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Documents show the UK government also refused to give an undertaking that the military task force (at that time on its way to the south Atlantic) would be halted "much less turned back" during a period of any Argentine military withdrawal.

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In turn, national elections should take place 24-36 months later, following verification of complete withdrawal of all Vietnamese personnel, disarmament, an adequate campaign period that includes a census.

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