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US Weighs Direct Pakistan Strikes

But unilateral action could heighten tension between countries

By Matt Cantor, Newser Staff

Posted Aug 23, 2008 1:21 PM CDT

(Newser) – Frustrated with what some see as unproductive new leadership in Pakistan and fearing a strengthening al-Qaeda, Pentagon officials are considering a unilateral mission to root out militants hiding in the country, the Los Angeles Times reports. The CIA has backed such a move for months,... Read full story »

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US Weighs Direct Pakistan Strikes

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