Taliban fighters in Wana, South Waziristanin February 2005. (Reuters Photo)
From The Long War Journal:
The Pakistani Taliban continue military operations in the tribal agencies and the settled regions of the Northwest Frontier Province despite ongoing negotiations to sign a peace agreement with the government. Forces loyal to Baitullah Mehsud overran a town previously run by pro-government tribal forces, and beheaded 22 Pakistanis. In Peshawar, the provincial capital, police and government officials have said the Taliban is close to taking control of the city.
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More News On Pakistan:
Taleban 'siege' of Peshawar threatens Pakistan's grip -- Times Online
Pakistani Taliban murder 22 in "peace committee" -- New York Times
Pakistan: Taliban kill 22 pro-Karzai rivals -- The Guardian
Pakistani Taliban militants kill 22 rival tribesmen: officials -- AFP
Bodies found of 22 abducted by Pakistani Taliban -- Reuters
Pakistanis "won't allow" attacks into Afghanistan -- Swiss Info
My Comment: Pakistan has been slowly descending a chaos for the past 2 - 3 years. With an increase in attacks against coalition forces in Afghanistan occurring, we are now finally paying attention to this part of the world.
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