European Union foreign policy chief, Javier Solana, has backed Pakistan's efforts to talk with Islamic militants, including the Taliban, in the country's restive north-west region.
Speaking at a joint press conference with his Pakistani counterpart in Islamabad, Solana said the EU supported initiatives aimed at reconciliation in the country. However, Solana said he was opposed to Pakistan frees top militant leader ...
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(Deutsche Welle)
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