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2004-10-19 Afghanistan/South Asia

The role of Pakistan's Shias in the War on Terror

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Posted by Paul Moloney 2004-10-19 1:12:07 AM|| || Front Page|| [2 views since 2007-05-07] Top

#1 Its good to know that our guys have local partners in the hunt.

Posted by trailing wife 2004-10-19 2:51:30 AM|| 2004-10-19 2:51:30 AM|| Front Page Top

#2 The level of Al Qaeda's fanaticism is so extreme, they create enemies everywhere.

Posted by V is for Victory 2004-10-19 7:58:36 AM|| 2004-10-19 7:58:36 AM|| Front Page Top

#3 Even the most die hard Islamist leader recognizes that AQ and their ilk are a threat to everyone (regardless of religion) that doesn't agree or at least support the AQ brand of radical Islam.

Self preservation is a strong motivator toward eliminating threats to your power and your life.

Posted by RN 2004-10-19 8:09:18 AM|| 2004-10-19 8:09:18 AM|| Front Page Top

#4 The Shias started well by trying to work within the system when they can, with the radicals finally turning to illegal means when the Paki government proved unreliable and unsupportive. Seems to be the case in Iraq too: Bush Sr. screwed the pooch with them when he didn't send in the choppers when they revolted against Saddam.

Posted by Ptah 2004-10-19 1:25:07 PM|| [http://www.crusaderwarcollege.org] 2004-10-19 1:25:07 PM|| Front Page Top

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