British Prime minister Gordon Brown has assured Pakistan of their full support and cooperation in war against terror. On the other hand, Peresident Asif Ali Zardari has told that the South Waziristan operation will continue till the objectives are achieved.
In a telephonic conversation between the two leaders, Mr Brown lauded the role of Pakistan and its contributions to eliminate terrorism from the region.He also said that Britain will continue to cooperate till the restoration of economy and rehabilitation of the operation affectees. The leaders also exchanged views on the availability of Pakistani goods in the European markets. The British PM wished President Zardari a very happy eid. Mr Zardari told the PM that the Pak army is achieving its objectives in the Waziristan operation, and that it will continue till situation goes back to normal.
was first posted on November 29, 2009 at 11:59 am.
Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said that he is ready to hold talks on all outstanding issues with Pakistan.
He said that India had taken many steps in this regard as it issued visas due to which tourism and trade increased. He said that he wanted to establish peace but terrorism activities hindered the peace process between both the counties. He said that terrorists want to destabilize Pakistan as they don’t believe in harmony and peace.
He said, “I am in no doubt that Pakistanis want good relations and durable peace; similarly we want peace.” He said that trade facilities are less on border which needs to be enhanced. He said that many people are detained in jails of our two countries and this problem should be solved as soon as possible. The issue of terrorism should have to be solved to bring the traders, families and prisoners of both of the countries close, he stressed.
Manmohan said that he requests to the Pakistani government to wipe out the evil elements involved in the terrorism activities in India. Pakistan should eliminate terrorists’ hideouts and networks and brought them to justice, he insisted. Manmohan said that Pakistan itself is dealing with the real face of terrorism. He hoped that the Pakistani government will completely get rid of these terrorists. He said that he appeals to the the Pakistani government for its complete cooperation in countering terrorism from the region. He said that he wants to discuss all issues with Pakistan.
Miran Shah, Pakistan: An American aircraft fired missiles in the tribal belt of North Waziristan, killing at least four people and wounding four others.
According to reports from the region, the latest attack took place near Mir Ali, the second largest town in North Waziristan early Mon
Witnesses told reporters that the two missiles appeared to reach a vehicle in the village of Tori Khel Khushhali.
The death toll expected to rise as some of the injured are said to be in a serious condition.
It was the American attack hum third of its kind in North Waziristan in many months, the channel added.