Mehsud Khan of Pakistan Taliban defects , citing ideological differences . The decision comes after months of internal friction within the militant group . Analysts say the split within the Taliban , government has played a role . It remands to be seen how al Qaeda and splinter groups will respond .
Mehsud faction of Pakistan Taliban defects , citing ideological differences . The break comes after months of internal friction within the militant group . Analysts say the split weakens the Taliban , government talks played a role . It remands to be seen how Al Qaeda and splinter groups will respond .