Wednesday, June 18, 2008

US Defends Karzai's Threat to Attack Talistan

Now to only put words into action. Press Trust of India


Washington, June 18 (PTI) The US has virtually defended Hamid Karzai for his "threat" to send troops after Taliban militants inside Pakistan, saying the Afghan president had simply the security of his people in mind and the comment was not directed against Islamabad.
"I don't think Karzai's comment was a threat. He is dealing with a very difficult situation on his border and is interested in protecting his people from forces who want to attack them," White House Deputy Press Secretary Tony Fratto said.

The United States wants the Asian neighbours to work together to root out terror groups along their border, the senior official said.

"We need them working together on where these militias are and whether it's Taliban or Al Qaida. And they need to come to an agreement in ways to try to diminish the impact of those groups.
Good luck with that.

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