And it's our country's national force and I live in a great country so it's an honor for me to serve here."

VOA: standard.2010.02.25

There is intense speculation that Fonseka,who is saying he will continue to serve his country, will soon challenge President Mahinda Rajapaksa in an election.

VOA: standard.2009.11.14

Other countries have contributed about 39,000 soldiers, although many are not allowed to engage in combat or serve in violent areas of the country.

VOA: standard.2009.09.03

"I'm very excited to join the army and serve my country here in Israel,".

VOA: standard.2009.08.05

"Thank you President Obama, You acted today like a strong commander-in-chief, doing what was in the interest of our country and the men and women who serve us in uniform."

VOA: standard.2009.05.13

The ambassador pointed out that it is much cheaper to pay for an Afghan soldier to serve in his own country than to deploy an American soldier or Marine there.

VOA: standard.2009.12.09