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April 14, 2009
President Obama, the Taliban called. They want their overland invasion back.
"Pakistan"'s "pro-U.S." "president" has acknowledged de facto Taliban sovereignty of the Swat Valley and its surround to sharia law. In doing so, he has also effectively ceded Pakistan's sovereignty to the Taliban.
Asif Ali Zardari's signature was a boon for Islamic militants who have brutalized the Swat Valley for nearly two years in demanding a new justice system. It was sure to further anger human rights activists and feed fears among the U.S. and other Western allies that the valley will turn into a sanctuary for militants close to Afghanistan.
Whatever criticism may come, Zardari can claim some political cover — the National Assembly voted unanimously Monday to adopt a resolution urging his signature, although at least one party boycotted. Earlier, a Taliban spokesman had warned lawmakers against opposing the deal.
Whatever criticism may come, Zardari can claim some political cover — the National Assembly voted unanimously Monday to adopt a resolution urging his signature, although at least one party boycotted. Earlier, a Taliban spokesman had warned lawmakers against opposing the deal.
Posted by Ghost of a flea at April 14, 2009 08:24 AM
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