Adm. Mullen’s Words On Pakistan Come Under Scrutiny -- Washington Post
Adm. Mike Mullen’s assertion last week that an anti-American insurgent group in Afghanistan is a “veritable arm” of Pakistan’s spy service was overstated and contributed to overheated reactions in Pakistan and misperceptions in Washington, according to American officials involved in U.S. policy in the region.
The internal criticism by the officials, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because they did not want to challenge Mullen openly, reflects concern over the accuracy of Mullen’s characterizations at a time when Obama administration officials have been frustrated in their efforts to persuade Pakistan to break its ties to Afghan insurgent groups.
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My Comment: Talk about buckling under pressure. This is embarrassing, and it reveals the disconnect in American foreign policy when it comes to states like Pakistan. You cuddle and support regimes with money/political/and military assistance, while turning a blind eye to their abhorrent behavior thinking that with time you can change this behavior.
Adm. Mullen must be steaming in anger.
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Admiral Mullen is not operating solo. It's my not-so-subtle opinion that he's playing the 'stalking horse' for the administration.
That the disconnect has happened is, at best, an administration attempt to encourage Pakistan to change its behavior. At worst, it's an indicator that the administration doesn't have control.
What is my take .... the administration has control, but fears that it is losing it.
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