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Different Versions of Lawlessness in Pakistan’s Swat valley

Different Versions of Lawlessness in Pakistan’s Swat valley

There are at least two mass graves that were discovered in Swat. Pakistani army says that ‘retreating militants killed their own injured co-fighters, to prevent them passing any information to the authorities.’ About ‘300 to 400 corpses of suspected Taliban have turned up in Swat, dumped on street corners, bridges or outside homes. Last month [...]
Baitullah Mehsud‘s death: not crucial to counterinsurgency

Baitullah Mehsud‘s death: not crucial to counterinsurgency

Baitullah Mehsud, the leader of Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) which is dubbed as the Pakistani Taliban group, has reportedly been killed. His death, however, is not fundamentally crucial to the counterinsurgency campaign in the region. For starters, other deputies and heirs apparent are waiting in the wings. Such is always the case with syndicated [...]
Pakistan in a Soup, US Lurks Around, Talibans Seem Victorious

Pakistan in a Soup, US Lurks Around, Talibans Seem Victorious

Pakistan seems to be literally in soup these days. The country has come under attack from many sides, including the notorious Talibans, the Americans and also militants within the country. Pakistani government stands helpless while all these ‘outsiders’ have taken the country for a ransom. The recent attack on the Sri Lankan team has left [...]