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Pakistan Now Owns War on Terror: Zardari

Blames corruption charges on political enemies

By Harry Kimball, Newser Staff

Posted Dec 28, 2009 9:33 AM CST

(Newser) – On the anniversary of Benazir Bhutto’s assassination, it is necessary to reflect on “how her legacy must be preserved against those who would return Pakistan to darkness,” writes the husband of the former prime minister, President Asif Ali Zardari. Zardari claims victory... Read full story »

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