ISSUING A CHALLENGE

You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. ISSUING A CHALLENGE 09/21/2012 01:40 PM CDT U.S. Defense Leon E. Panetta is issued a wero, or challenge, by Maori warriors during a Powhiri ceremony while visiting Auckland, New Zealand, Sept. 21, 2012. Panetta picked up the rakau tapu, or dart, while keeping eye contact with the warrior. The ceremony is an ancient Maori tradition to determine if visitors came in peace or with hostile intent. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense