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Asia Times by Chan Akya | Oct. 2, 2009 (Special Report)

Behind the defeat of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam in Sri Lanka and the killing of Pakistani Taliban leader Baitullah Mehsud are stories of countries creating bands of terrorists to do things that were impossible for those in power to be seen to be doing directly. In this dangerous game, blowback is inevitable. (Oct 2, '09) Full Story »

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Posted by: Posted by Cynthia Gilbert - Oct 2, 2009 - 3:43 AM PDT
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Edited by: Cynthia Gilbert - Oct 2, 2009 - 7:59 PM PDT
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 by Cynthia Gilbert - Oct. 2, 2009

Excellent in depth historical perspective, but not clear on the sources for the stated facts. Very interesting analysis of the falll of three major insurgencies which have been active in Asia for over 30 years and their recent downfall.

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