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12 and therefore I suffer as I do. But I am not ashamed, for I know whom I have believed, and I am sure that he is able to guard until that Day what has been entrusted to me. | 12 That is why I am suffering as I am. Yet I am not ashamed, because I know whom I have believed, and am convinced that he is able to guard what I have entrusted to him for that day. |
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My Top 10 Favorite Michigan State Spartans of the Past 25 Years
This was supposed to be about Georgetown. About Allen Iverson and Victor Page and Joey Brown and the rest of John Thompson's finest pupils. But since my Hoyas dropped a doggie-sized deuce in the first round of this year's Tournament, I had to find new teams to root for as we hit the Sweet Sixteen.
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Property tycoon Robert Tchenguiz has offloaded more than 100 pubs from the Heritage Pub Company, which he bought less than two months ago.
Admiral Taverns has bought 127 Heritage outlets from Mr Tchenguiz's Globe Pub Company for approximately £35m - around £280,000 per site.
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Complete College America (CCA) is the most comprehensive and ambitious higher education initiative ever undertaken by the state of Oklahoma. The goal is to increase the number of degrees and certificates earned in Oklahoma 50,900 by 2023. This must be done to meet the projected need of 313,073 additional college-educated workers to keep Oklahoma competitive in a global economy.
Gov. Mary Fallin is a strong advocate for the initiative, saying at the kickoff press conference in September 2011, "We can and must do better in producing a highly skilled and educated workforce in our state. This is part of our agenda – developing the Complete College America program."
More attention must be placed on college completion because Oklahoma's community and economic development depends on developing human capital and preparing citizens for innovation and flexibility in an ever-changing economy.
The CCA action plan includes working with K-12 by focusing on college readiness, transforming remediation, expanding collaboration with CareerTech, enhancing adult degree completion efforts, and tracking and rewarding improvements in degree completion.
Significant progress is being made toward these goals. In year one of these initiatives, our public and private colleges and universities reported 2,945 additional graduates than in the previous year, significantly exceeding our goal of 1,700. Additionally, in April 2012, the State Regents, with cooperation and input from our college and university presidents, adopted a new approach to make the higher education funding formula a performance-driven model. This action and other initiatives solidify the designation that Complete College America has given Oklahoma as a national model for degree completion.
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Courtesy of Soneva Fushi Resort
Most of its reef-rimmed islands rise fewer than three feet above the ocean, which makes the Maldives particularly vulnerable to climate change. No surprise, then, that Soneva Fushi, a collection of refined, castaway-style villas, has pledged to cut its greenhouse gas emissions in half by next year and achieve carbon neutrality by 2010. To meet this goal, it's capturing waste heat from power generators, encouraging guests to offset the emissions of their (long) flights, and transitioning to renewable energy sources. The big news this year: a deep-sea air-conditioning system that circulates cold water pumped up from 985 feet under the sea.
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Carpeted in vegetation and hugging the side of a jungle hill, Heritance Kandalama, when viewed from afar, resembles an ancient temple grown wild with disuse. In fact, the vegetation and location have nothing to do with neglect (note the handwoven tapestries and stunning floor-to-ceiling windows in each room) and everything to do with ensuring that rainwater flowing from the hills collects in the hotel's reservoir below. Such environmentally conscious touches made Kandalama a shoo-in for LEED certification. They also make the area a favorite for a multitude of monkeys (including toque macaques and purple-faced langurs) and 170 species of birds.
Dambulla; 94-66/555-5000; heritancehotels.com; doubles from $114, including breakfast.
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Courtesy of Voyages Longitude
Flanking a sand dune near the border of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in central Australia, Voyages Longitude 131 is like no campground you've ever seen. The retreat's elevated canopy tents have solar-heated showers, a switch that lets guests control the floor-to-ceiling window blinds from the comfort of their king-size beds, and expansive views of Ayers Rock. Natural landscaping helps limit water consumption, while Aborigine-led tours to the 20,000-year-old rock paintings at Cave Hill help boost local development.
Yulara, Northern Territory; 866/729-4329; longitude131.com.au; doubles from $1,980, including meals and activities.
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This solar-powered 11-bungalow hideaway, set alongside a stretch of perfect alabaster sand on the largely undeveloped South Andros Island, uses less electricity per month than one average American household. It manages this feat with a host of ingenious touches, like wraparound porches that shield the cottages' colorful interiors from the sun, and a bank of small refrigerators instead of an energy-hungry walk-in. Other eco efforts include a ban on unsustainably harvested seafood (even local catches like conch) and a program to host visiting biologists.
South Andros Island; 954/889-7076; tiamoresorts.com; doubles from $830, including meals.
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Courtesy of Whitepod
Set in the Swiss Alps near Aigle, the nine Buckminster Fuller–inspired geodesic domes at Whitepod's camp (which doubles as a base for both winter skiing and summer hiking) may be electricity-free, but they keep things cozy with plush organic bedding, sheepskin throws, and fireplaces fueled with sustainably harvested wood. A few steps away lies the main lodge, complete with dining room and spa. Since no roads lead to the camp, guests must walk or ski to get here. The reward for this exertion: a private ski run, miles of hiking and snowshoe trails, and nothing but oil lamps to interrupt the stars.
Les Cerniers; 41-24/471-3838; whitepod.com; doubles from $392, including some meals.
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Courtesy of Devil's Thumb Ranch
Across the American West, rising land prices and falling cattle profits are driving ranchers to sell their property to developers. Luckily, Devil's Thumb's current owners swooped in just in time to save its 5,000 acres. Instead of high-density (and -profit) single-family houses, they built only 16 airy timber cabins and a soon-to-open lodge—all of them heated and cooled entirely with fireplaces (the wood is harvested on the property, often from beetle-infested pine trees) and geothermal energy. Best yet, the owners have limited their development to only 1 percent of the land, leaving the rest free for guests—and elk, moose, bears, and beavers—to roam.
Tabernash; 970/726-5632; devilsthumbranch.com; doubles from $195.
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Courtesy of El Nido Resorts
Surrounded by 123,000 acres of protected forests, jagged limestone cliffs, and hidden lagoons, travelers to sister resorts El Nido Lagen Island and El Nido Miniloc Island can take their pick of daily activities: bird-watching, kayaking, rock climbing, or simply watching fish swim below one of the guest-cottages-on-stilts, which are set above the crystalline ocean. The resorts are active in both reef and island conservation, helping to protect giant-clam gardens and supporting the reintroduction of endangered Philippine cockatoos.
El Nido, Palawan; 63-2/894-5644; elnidoresorts.com; doubles from $210 (Miniloc Island) and $280 (Lagen Island).
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In the 13 years since Chumbe Island Coral Park was designated Tanzania's first managed marine protected area, it has earned a reputation as one of Zanzibar's most diverse reefs. Thank the island's park rangers, who educate locals about marine ecology and prevent illegal fishing—and its sole resort, which helps to fund the ranger program. Chumbe's rooftop rainwater-collection system and solar-powered lights keep the resort in harmony with its surroundings, while its seven open-air bungalows, with their cavernous living rooms and African artwork, make it a favorite among honeymooners.
255-24/223-1040; chumbeisland.com; doubles from $440, including meals.
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With walls built using rock salt and mud, doors and windows placed to catch the desert breeze, and oil lamps and candles lighting the corridors each night, the Adrère Amellal gives guests a taste of life in Siwa Oasis, a traditional Berber community in the Egyptian desert. But the hotel offers more than a romantic escape for travelers. As part of the Siwa Sustainable Development Initiative, it helps to fund and support numerous community projects. The gift shop carries jewelry handcrafted by local artisans. Meals, meanwhile, are prepared using organic ingredients purchased from farmers at fair market value—a measure designed to encourage sustainable farming.
Siwa Oasis; 20-2/2736-7879; adrereamellal.net; doubles from $448, including meals.
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Courtesy of Campi Ya Kanzi
The brainchild of an Italian expat with an economics degree, the Masai-owned Campi ya Kanzi is a brilliant model of how conservation can be a profitable local enterprise. Set on Masai land in southern Kenya, the lodge and its foundation employ 160 tribespeople and make a daily $40-per-guest donation to support new schools, merit scholarships, and compensation payments to Masai who've lost cattle to lions. Guests benefit, too. Not only do they get to stay in stylish solar-powered cottages, complete with oriental rugs and brass fixtures, but they can also take a walking safari with a Masai guide in the shadow of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Chyulu Hills; 254-45/062-2516; maasai.com; doubles from $860, including meals.
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Going Outside the Box to Think of Birthday Presents for Tom Brady
10. Free Face Tattoo: Rex Ryan caused quite a stir when he showed up to practice this week with a big ol' tattoo on his calf. Apparently, the meaning behind it is "Believe in yourself." You can't just go and have the Jets' head coach outdo you with the ink, Tom. It's time to one-up Rex and go the Mike Tyson route. Don't ask Gisele for permission. She'll probably be OK with it. |


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The smartphone market's biggest rivals are Apple and Samsung and behind the scenes there are also a series of ongoing patent disputes between the two giants. Only time will tell which one of these smartphone giants will win the battle to gain the upper hand when they both release their high profile devices this year in the form of the iPhone 5S and the Samsung Galaxy S4 but Apple have gained an early advantage over Samsung in the courtrooms thanks to the latest UK ruling.
Over the past three years we have seen countless patent disputes between Apple and Samsung, the latest of which has taken place here in the UK and went in Apple's favour. The case related to three of Samsung's 3G networking patents that the company believed Apple has infringed upon but courts have ruled that these complaints were invalid. Apple were delighted with the outcome although the American company are yet to make an official statement on the matter. Samsung however did issue a statement to Reuters in which the company are said to be "disappointed" with the outcome. In the statement Samsung also commented that "upon a thorough review of the judgement we will decide whether to file an appeal". Click here for more iPhone 5S News
Samsung were more successful in previous disputes that took place here in the UK. In 2012 Apple raised a case involving Samsung copying the design of the iPad for their Galaxy Tab 10.1 device. The courts dismissed this claim and Judge Colin Birss ruled that the iPad was "cooler" than the rival Samsung tablet. Apple were also ordered to make a public apology to Samsung on their website and also in various UK newspaper publications regarding the claim. Rivalry between the two companies continues to be intense and we can expect to see this intensity increase over coming months as they both gear up to release their latest devices in the form of the iPhone 5S and the Samsung Galaxy S4. Click here for the best iPhone 5S contract deals
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Affiliation: | Federation Starfleet |
Type: | Reconnaisance Science vessel |
Service period: | 2378- |
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Length: | 450 meters |
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Crew: | 350 |
Armaments: | 6 phaser arrays, 3 torpedo launchers |
Defences: | Shields |
Auxiliary craft: | Federation shuttlecraft, captain's skiff |
The Luna-class was a type of starship in service to Starfleet in the late 24th century.
The Luna-class was designed by Dr. Xin Ra-Havreii, of Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards on Mars, and initially conceived for scientific exploration of the Gamma Quadrant following the discovery of the Bajoran wormhole. The project was sidelined by the impending threat from the Dominion, then restarted following the end of the Dominion War.
The Luna-class ships were the top of the line in Starfleet's scientific and exploratory pursuits on behalf of the United Federation of Planets. Each had an average crew of the 350 individuals and was approximately 450 meters long. Their shuttlebays were reminiscent of the old Constitution-class shuttlebays, having a more rounded opening door. They also featured a longer "runway" for shuttles as they entered and exited the ship.
All known Luna-class starships were named after moons. The first production lot was named after moons in the Sol system. (TTN novel: Taking Wing)
In January 2377, Ezri Dax considered applying for a post on a Luna class vessel, although, as Benjamin Sisko told her, it would be several years before they became operational. (DS9 novel: Warpath)
After the Borg Invasion of 2381, President Nanietta Bacco promised that more Luna-class ships would be built and that exploration would continue in the face of the recent disaster. (ST - Destiny novel: Lost Souls)
Known shipsEdit
Star Trek Nemesis established William T. Riker's new command, the USS Titan, but offered no information about that ship. When Pocket Books launched the Star Trek: Titan book series, they held a competition to design the new Luna class. The winning design by Sean Tourangeau was announced on October 6, 2005. Tourangeau then worked with artist Ellery O'Connell to develop a 3D model of the Titan, which debuted on the cover of the fourth Titan novel, Sword of Damocles.
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Pakistan strikes at Taliban in Khyber agency
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The Pakistani government has launched an operation targeting the Taliban in the Khyber tribal agency along the Afghan border. The operation is led by the paramilitary Frontier Corps and police.
Baitullah Mehsud, the leader of the Pakistani Taliban, has responded by halting peace negotiations and threatening to conduct attacks throughout Pakistan.
The operation was launched in the early morning by elements from the Frontier Corps, the Frontier Constables, and police commandos. The Pakistani Army has not committed to the fight at this time, but gunship are said to have conducted over flights in the region. Sixty Pakistanis have been reported killed and 80 wounded during the early stages of the fighting.
Reports indicate the Pakistani forces are focusing in on the Bara region bordering Peshawar, where local Taliban commander Haji Namdar holds sway. An estimated 700 Frontier Corps paramilitaries are said to have deployed to the area.
The military also reinforced Peshawar, where the Taliban is gaining ground. Roadblocks and checkpoints have been established in Peshawar in an effort to halt the movement of Taliban into the provincial capital. Government and security officials, business leaders, and residents have said the Taliban are poised to take Peshawar.
The Pakistani government has "given full authority" to General Pervaiz Kayani, the Army Chief of Staff, to conduct operations to secure Peshawar. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Syed Yusaf Raza Gilani said the federal government fully supports efforts by the provincial government of the Northwest Frontier Province to conduct peace talks with the Taliban.
Khyber has seen increased Taliban activity this year. Seventeen members of the Frontier Corps were captured just days ago after they refused to abandon their checkpoints. In March, the Taliban blew up 42 trucks transporting fuel to NATO forces in Afghanistan. Pakistan's ambassador to Afghanistan was kidnapped in Khyber in February.
The road through Peshawar to the Torkham border crossing into Afghanistan is NATO's main supply line. An estimated 70 percent of supplies pass through Peshawar and Khyber en route to Coalition forces in Afghanistan. The Taliban have been working to disrupt this flow of supplies to cripple the NATO effort.
The Taliban suspend talks, threaten a nationwide terror campaign
The Pakistani Taliban has reacted to the Khyber offensive by suspending the ongoing peace talks in South Waziristan and threatening additional violence.
"The talks will remain suspended until the government stops talking about operations and attacks against us," Baitullah said. "I am warning that the fire will not only burn in tribal areas and Frontier Province, it will engulf Punjab and Sindh also."
Baitullah was behind the devastating suicide bombing and armed campaign in 2007 and early 2008. Hundreds of Pakistanis were killed in scores of suicide bombing that extended into the capital of Islamabad and other major cities.
Baitullah's forces fought the military to a standstill in South Waziristan and killed and kidnapped hundreds of Pakistani soldiers and paramilitary forces. Allied Taliban groups fought successful campaigns against the Pakistani military in the tribal agencies and the settled districts of the Northwest Frontier Province.
The violence forced the Pakistani government to the negotiating table. This year, the government signed peace deals in North Waziristan, Swat, Bajaur, Malakand, and Mohmand. Negotiations are under way in Kohat and Mardan.
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The Taliban in Khyber
The Pakistani security forces face a group of virulent local Taliban commanders who are often at odds with each other.
Haji Namdar runs a Taliban group called the Promotion of Virtue and Suppression of Vice. The Taliban group enforces a strict version of sharia, or Islamic law, and advocates fighting US forces in Afghanistan. Namdar's followers beat Muslims for shaving their beards and neglecting to attend mosque.
Namdar's forces have increased their influence throughout the Khyber agency. His fighters are said to have joined the radical Lashkar-e-Islam. The group is run by Mangal Bagh who claims to have 180,000 fighters.
Lashkar-e-Islam has fought pitched battles with Ansar-ul-Islam, a rival group. Ten people were killed in heavy fighting between the two groups just days ago.
Rivalries between Baitullah Mehsud's movement and Namdar exist. Namdar called for Baitullah's supporters in Khyber to leave the region after a suicide bomber targeted his headquarters in Bara. Twenty of Namdar's supporters were wounded in the attack carried out by the Hakeemullah Group. Hakeemullah Mehsud, Baitullah's deputy, took credit for the attack.
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@Bill Roggio, requesting a clarification.
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"The Pakistani Army has not committed to the fight at this time, but Apache gunship are said to have conducted over flights in the region."
-- we sure about that report? Army of Pakistan flies variants on the AH-1 Cobra...
Posted by Bill Roggio at June 28, 2008 11:56 AM ET:
An error on my part, I should have just said 'helicopters' - Ive corrected the text, thanks.
Posted by LDG at June 28, 2008 12:10 PM ET:
Most welcome. Thank you for the clarification.
Posted by Red Howard at June 28, 2008 12:17 PM ET:
Kiyani's emegence now is a very interesting development and a good sign. I would have loved to been a fly on the wall with he and the ISI going at it. Here is some background on Kiyani as his direct involvement and authority to act could be a key:
This chain-smoking son of an NCO is a certifiable 'bad ass' and graduated near the top of his class at CGSC (Command General Staff College) at Leavenworth, US. He is highly respected among U.S./NATO circles as not only a clever tactician, but as an intellectual. As most readers of this blog know, CGSC is where the 'best of the best' from overseas attend. It is also a place where many times lifelong bonds are formed with military counterparts. He has excellent working relationships with many of his USA/NATO counterparts and, although a former head of ISI in 2004, not currently in good favor amongst the ISI element (this is good). I know many of you will say, "just another guy part of the PakMil establishment", and although he is just that, he does have a more balanced view than most and exactly what is at stake here.
Bill? your thoughts on Kiyani?
Incidentally, it was during his ISI tenure that his agency scored big with the arrest of AQ's most wanted chief operational commander, Abu Faraj Libbi, who had allegedly masterminded the Rawalpindi assassination attempts on Musharraf's life amongst other things. It must also be said that it was during his tenure that the Taliban staged a comeback in the tribal areas of Pakistan thus enabling AQ to establish its sanctuaries in the Waziristan region on the Pak-Afghan border. So it's not all good, but I like this guy and he could make a difference. (Sourced in part from: http://thepost.com.pk/OpinionNews.aspx?dtlid=121794&catid=11)
No doubt, the black turbans have been on a pretty good run the past couple of weeks, but their support amongst the locals is only getting weaker and many believe they have overplayed their hand. Without the local support (notwithstanding the tremendous amounts of $$ flowing to the tribal maliks) of the Pakhtun tribesmen, I don't like their chances to consolidate and hold FATA territory to any significant degree...i.e operate freely to command/control. And no way they take Peshawar.
Success here is not "conquering the FATA", but simply keeping the Tban from getting comfortable in a safe sanctuarial environment and methodically taking out their top leadership - which we have been doing. Unfortunately, that's all we can hope for.
Posted by Alex at June 28, 2008 2:55 PM ET:
How loyal are the Frontier Corps? Any speculation as to why no commitment from regular Pakistani Army?
I'm worried that this is going to be yet another half-hearted offensive and that the Pakistani government is going to lose more credibility and territory. At least NATO is talking about stepping up their commitment in Afghanistan.
Posted by Cordell at June 28, 2008 3:08 PM ET:
Today's Taliban-besieged Pakistan, resembles Columbia circa 1998 when it was being overrun by a similarly brutal narco-terrorist group, the FARC. Columbia's weak leadership back then was even willing to hand FARC control over an area the size of Switzerland in the hope that it would put an end to the violence and kidnappings throughout the country. Repeated peace offerings to the FARC only emboldened them and raised their demands. Thanks to the 2002 election of President Uribe, his get-tough policies and alliance with the U.S., the FARC has been decimated and is now just a shadow of its former self. Even some of its top leaders have joined thousands of its troops and surrendered to the government. Pakistan would do well to study Columbia's recent history and adopt its anti-terrorist playbook, especially its close cooperation with the U.S. Perhaps they might even find someone of the stature and character of Uribe to lead them out of their present quagmire. Kiyani might fit the bill here.
Posted by don juice at June 28, 2008 3:14 PM ET:
can anyone inform me on the lastest in the new hunt for osama?...thank u
Posted by Tommy at June 28, 2008 3:25 PM ET:
Until operations are launched in Quetta, I won't take the Pakistanis seriously.
Posted by Jerjes at June 28, 2008 3:42 PM ET:
Posted by Tommy at June 28, 2008 3:25 PM ET:
Until operations are launched in Quetta, I won't take the Pakistanis seriously.
tommy you would not take it seriously because you dont want to take it seriously.
but we want peace now in our country this war on terror is now our own war on terror in our country PAKISTAN.
We are not here to satisfy you, just find it in your own way.
Talibans were created by US and supported by Nato UN since decades.
now they have created strong hold, but we being Pakistani are able to defeat threat which even your nato forces are afraid to handle.
we are not in Nato but being along Nato allies we will defeat these extremists.
Posted by Alex at June 28, 2008 4:02 PM ET:
While I sharply disagree with your political assessment, I hope you are sincere when you say that Pakistan is serious about taking back your country.
Posted by don juice at June 28, 2008 4:12 PM ET:
what pakistan need to do is stop letting the taliban run them over cause they making pakistan look like a weak nation cause how the taliban wants peace but continues to harm and kill people?
Posted by Pete Howard at June 28, 2008 4:32 PM ET:
Jerjes: we appreciate your perspective, and you are right: This is your fight. Know that we are with you in the difficult journey ahead. Inshallah, we will prevail together.
Don Juice: kidding, right? You don't find him, he finds you...
Posted by don juice at June 28, 2008 4:45 PM ET:
pete howard please explain what u meant by yo comment about me?
Posted by libertarian at June 28, 2008 5:06 PM ET:
1. For the sake of the ordinary citizens of Pakistan let us hope that the Pakistani armed forces can fight their battle and protect their country.
2. However, if Pakistan fails, then it is no longer Pakistan's battle and the Pakistani's will no longer control "their" country; Others will take over the battle and when they do Pakistan will fragment.The lesson for Pakistan is Colombia, certainly but it is also what was Yugoslavia. When Others take over Nations fragment and the world neither cares nor weeps
Posted by Pete Howard at June 28, 2008 5:14 PM ET:
Don: Explanation: You don't find OBL, he finds you. Didn't mean you personally; in the plural. Didn't mean to startle you :)
Posted by Jerjes Talpur at June 28, 2008 7:25 PM ET:
Posted by Alex at June 28, 2008 4:02 PM ET:
While I sharply disagree with your political assessment, I hope you are sincere when you say that Pakistan is serious about taking back your country.
Alex i was even sincere when we divided soviet union. But we always give 1st priority to our country.
As you do, We know when and how tackle things within our region.
We even know and this whole world knows What is Al-Qaida who created them and supported them who paid them.
If Alex you think we support Al-Qaida than dear you are at mistaken why we would support these illiterate people ? though we can protect our country very well.
We have declared them extremists. because they dont understand anything they are group of people who are fed up of life, due to poverty illiteracy they have not quality of life, these people have no healthy life no future . they are completely out of life. with no aim.
US used them and miss used name of Islam in Cold war,they gave them light and highlighted them as hero, from that day they got aim and that aim was JAHAD.United States completely supported them.
So that is the reason not only Afghanistani or Pakistani, but from all over the world fed up people are group of these terrorist organizations funding by different countries same like as US funded Taliban for Cold War.
I am Muslim Islam has nothing to do with these kind of activities, Islam completely refuse to disturb peace of any individual.
So we Government of Pakistan know, these talibans are not Muslims they are sick stupid people who are just miss using Islam.
That is the reason for protecting our culture custom religion country, we have decided to kill them for our own interest and cut their roots.
I am sincere with my country alex thats why i am saying all that,When ever we will feel any thread to our nation we have power to protect our Country.
We support peace for us and for others.
Posted by Colin at June 28, 2008 8:27 PM ET:
I disagree with you assessment that the US created the Taliban. The Taliban came into existance in 1994 - long after the US lost interest in Afghanistan.
In fact your country was one of only two worldwide who recognised the Taliban as a legetimate government. Your country openly supported the Taliban until US pressure got you to berak off diplomatic relations.
Now you have a choice - get serious about defeating the Taliban, or have Pakistan join the lost of 'failed states.'
Posted by kelly at June 28, 2008 9:18 PM ET:
Thank you for responding. First hand local knowledge is always appreciated. Do you find that the typical Pakistani is willing to take up arms or provide some other form of active opposition to the Taliban and other like minded extremist that deform yours and presented version of Islam?
I'm American and am quite familiar with a vocal minority gaining more power than warranted throuh the idleness of the majority.
Posted by Freedom Now at June 28, 2008 9:53 PM ET:
I am highly skeptical of Pakistan's sincerity about waging the War on Terror, but I will support any action taken against our enemies.
We need more of this and I hope world leaders will encourage such efforts.
Pakistani leaders should take care to protect their allies in Taliban controlled territories. Abandoning them is a big mistake. Especially for those allies, but in the long run the Pakistani government suffers as well.
Posted by Tommy at June 28, 2008 10:13 PM ET:
The US and Afghans should send troops into Quetta after the Taliban leadership. Or at least some special agents or something.
We need some Israeli type operations. Blow Mullah Omar up in his house or attack them while they driving through the city.
Posted by don juice at June 28, 2008 10:27 PM ET:
oh naw u didnt startle me i just wanted u to verify what u meant cause i posted two comments one about osama and the other bout pakistan but i was just wondering about the hunt cause bush finally wants to get him after he leaves office
Posted by KW64 at June 28, 2008 10:53 PM ET:
Re: Jerjes Talpur --
We certainly all wish Pakistan success in her fight against the Heretic Al Queda and the fascist Taliban.
However, our experience with ignoring a series of attacks on the US in the US in 1993, Saudi Arabia two years later, Two National embassies in Africa in 1998 and on a warship in Yemen in 2000 was that failure to take strong action just led to even more atrocious attacks like the one in New York on 9/11/01. Restraint is not perceived to be kindness or being of a peaceful nature. It is seen as weakness that can be exploited.
If the democratically elected government wants to resolve the conflict by recruiting locals in the tribal areas to free themselves by doing the fighting, they need to give them better protection until they have the numbers, training, weapons and experience to be successful. Then they will have to convince the citizenry that they can and will protect them if they turn on the Taliban and foreign fighters that oppress them and recruit their children to go to useless deaths.
Intelligence is essential to winning such a fight but you must have enough force to protect areas once you clear them of Taliban control. That means the Pakistani army must help do the clearing and provide air support for the local forces that hold the areas as well as quick reinforcement capability when Taliban forces threaten.
If the Pakistani army and frontier forces cannot do this throughout the frontier, then it will have to do in in small areas first and expand the areas as their capabilities grow. But attacking, then leaving and allowing those people who sided with the government to get their heads cut off when the Taliban come back, will not work. We proved that in 2004,2005 and 2006 in Iraq. In 2007 we changed tactics and won.
Good fortune
Posted by Pete Howard at June 29, 2008 12:27 PM ET:
KW64: +1 excellent analysis.
Posted by S.J at June 29, 2008 12:55 PM ET:
Hi all,
Being somebody whose from Pakistan i assure you a everyday Pakistani is against these taliban and AL-Quida they are illitrate,savage and GOD only knows what type of havoc and coas they cause.
Please understand Pakistan its self is a victim to all these terrorists networks what so ever it might be, we have lost more then 3500 civilions due to sucide bombing,more then 3000 of our soldiers have lost their lives in fighting the War on terror. I must admit it sadens me when i see some of our american friends we are not serious at all, how can we not be serious when so many of ours have died including men,women and children.
You my good friends should realize things arent easy as they seem to be, one big problem the pakistani Army and FC faces when oprating against Taliban is that the Tribal areas of NWFP are more like wild wild West with almost everybody having a weapon when you operate in such a region with every second person having a weapon you can not comfirm its a friend or foe this either leads to killing of civions or the Army being ambushed by Taliban/Al-Quida.
Another thing we lack are military resources like Satalites or high-tech military gear like Apache
AH-64 longbow or the AH-1 Super cobra Zulu we lack a serious punch in terms of combat helicopters. The Air force has been used on many occassions when there was a dire need to take out terrorist strong holds with comfirmed targets in the area there was a famour Afgan Taliban militant comander Noor-mohammad whose hide out was bombed by PAF with 50 comfirmed from PAF F-16 bombing.
You my friends should realize these things take time if it was so easy Iraq and Afgan war would have been over by now and American and NATO forces would have been at home enjoying their lives with their families but such is not the case this war is long from over and it cant be won in a day.
Other ways of controling these problems are economic reforms developing the area's creating job and security and educating the masses, mining and fencing the mine was an excellent idea but Karzai the afgan president started to bark for who knows whatever reason.
At the end of the day lets hope and pray that we tackle these extermists and terrorists and we can have lasting peace all over the world and all the problems are resolved.


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