Monthly Archives: May 2009

Operation to what end?

Posted on May 29, 2009 by Asif Saeed Memon

The Pakistan Army’s operation against the Taliban in Malakand division continues, as briefed daily to the press by the Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR). It appears also that the war theater is expanding into South Waziristan Agency, while the Army tries … Continue reading →

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A dangerous precedent

Posted on May 15, 2009 by Asif Saeed Memon

A three-member panel of the Supreme Court of Pakistan ordered the government on May 13, to cut petroleum and oil prices within a week. Chief Justice Iftikhar Mohammad Chaudhry asked, “who else will give benefit to the people if not … Continue reading →

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