Afghan, Pakistani conflicts spilling into Central Asian states?

A spate of militant clashes in Tajikistan may indicate that the conflicts in Afghanistan and Pakistan are spilling beyond their borders – a top concern for neighboring Central Asian nations and Russia. Full Story »

Posted by Derek Hawkins - via Pakistani News, Google News (Pakistan)
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Posted by: via Pakistani News - Jul 30, 2009 - 3:03 PM PDT
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Edited by: Derek Hawkins - Jul 30, 2009 - 10:28 PM PDT

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3.8
by Fabrice Florin - Jul. 31, 2009

Informative report on the rise in militant violence in countries surrounding Pakistan and Afghanistan -- which is raising concerns about the entire region's security. This article provides a good factual update with multiple sources, independent perspectives and helpful context on this important topic.

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by James Canning - Jul. 31, 2009

Excellent illustration of the shared interest on the part of countries bordering Afghanistan, in lowering the level of violence in that country.

What in blazes is the US doing with a huge military force in Afghanistan, when the countries in the area are far better positioned to deal with the ... More »

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by Kristin Gorski - Jul. 31, 2009
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by Derek Hawkins - Jul. 30, 2009
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by eileen fleming - Jul. 31, 2009

When it comes to the Middle East everything is connected and this story shines a light on how entwined the USA is in the rising violence. In the interest of fair and balanced this reporter also wrote: "Some analysts, however, say the recent shootouts have little to do with Taliban and instead reflect domestic conflict."

Abdujalil Abdurasulov reports that, "The rise in violence may be tied to the United States attempts to find a new supply line through Tajikistan ... More »

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by kazuhiro shino - Aug. 1, 2009
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by Marilyn Klingbeil - Aug. 1, 2009
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