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2002-12-24 India-Pakistan

Washington Beginning To Turn Sour On Islamabad

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Posted by Fred Pruitt 2002-12-24 11:02 am|| || Front Page|| [5 views since 2007-05-07] Top

#1 The Kashmir problem exemplifies everything that is bad with these extremist islamic freaks. Kashmir rightfully belongs to India, even though the majority of the population is Muslim. In fact India has a sizable Muslim population throughout its territory and they're not exactly being persecuted. Just like everywhere else on this planet, the Jihadic aim is not to "free" Muslims from bad people, it's a plain and simple land grab (for the local warlord).
It's interesting to see how the U.S. will deal with Pakistan in the future. For now it can be reasoned that Pak's nukes are in the hands of the military, and this military has enough of a sound mind not to give away nukes as door prizes for welcomed "guests". The trouble will come when more of those extremist freaks gain control of everything in that country. Shortly after Pakistan showcased their nuclear achievement, I heard someone exalt "Now nobody can touch a Muslim country!". There's political trouble brewing.

Posted by RW 2002-12-24 13:31:02|| 2002-12-24 13:31:02|| Front Page Top

#2 Its not quite that simple. For example, Pakistan has been pressuring India to hold a referendum by Kashmir over weather they want to be part of India or Pakistan. India has refused repeatedly.

There positions are not taken because Pakistand actually believes in democracy and self-determination, or because India is a tyrant.

Quite simply, a majority would vote to be part of Pakistan, both countries know it... and that's why its not as simple as 'Islam-monkey bad!'

Posted by Anonymous 2002-12-24 14:51:32|| 2002-12-24 14:51:32|| Front Page Top

#3 The Muslims make up only the largest group in Kashmir, although their numbers have increased substantially due to the killings of thousands of Hindus, but even if most Muslims wish to be part of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, I can't imagine the idea appeals very much to Kashmirs Buddhists and Hindus.

Posted by Paul 2002-12-24 18:55:23|| 2002-12-24 18:55:23|| Front Page Top

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