Sunday, October 3, 2010

NATO/U.S. Afghan Supply Line Through Pakistan Still Closed

Nato Supply Line Will Re-Open When Security Improves: FO -- DAWN

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will only re-open a supply route for coalition troops in Afghanistan once public anger over Nato incursions eases and security improves, the foreign ministry spokesman said on Sunday.

Militants on Saturday threatened more attacks on tankers carrying fuel to Afghanistan through routes in Pakistan to avenge the incursions.

"Unless the reaction cools down and we make sure that the supply line is secured, we cannot reopen it," Foreign Ministry spokesman Abdul Basit told Reuters.

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More News On NATO's Afghan Supply Lines Still Closed

Pakistan: Key NATO supply route could reopen soon -- BBC
No End in Sight to Pakistan-NATO Supply Standoff -- New York Times/AP
Pak blockade disrupts NATO supplies for fourth day -- Indian Express
Pakistan says NATO halt temporary -- AFP
Significance Of Attacks On Pakistan Oil Convoys -- Forbes

My Comment: Pakistan wants money or something else in return .... and until then these supply lines will stay closed.

My prediction .... by next week some "accommodation" will be reached, and the supplies will be permitted through.

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