Monday, September 26, 2011

After American Objections, The Pakistani Government Will Not Act Against The Haqqani Network


Officials: No Action Against Haqqani Network By Pakistan Military -- CNN

Islamabad, Pakistan (CNN) -- The Pakistani Army has decided not to take action against the Haqqani network for the time being despite a fresh wave of intense pressure from Washington for a military offensive against the Pakistani-based militant group, two military officials told CNN on Monday

Pakistan's army chief Gen. Ashfaq Kayani summoned an impromptu meeting early Sunday with top generals, two Pakistani military officials told CNN. They asked for anonymity because they are not authorized to talk to the media.

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More News On Pakistan's Decision To Not Attack The Haqqani Network

Pakistan ignores U.S. pressure to strike Haqqani network: report -- National Post
Pakistan 'will not launch' Haqqani offensive -- AFP
North Waziristan: Army brass votes down Haqqani manhunt -- Express Tribune

My Comment:
The ball is now back in America's court .... to escalate or not. My guess .... they will not escalate, but will increase CIA activity and drone attacks in the region.

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