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Friday, November 23, 2007


Release of political leaders a ‘good step’ but more is needed, says Rice

WASHINGTON: US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said on Wednesday that Pakistan’s release of political opposition figures was a “good step” toward restoring constitutional rule, but further steps were needed. “Well, I do see that a number of figures, opposition figures, have been released. But, that’s a good step. ...But it’s one step of what’s needed,” she told reporters. Authorities announced on Wednesday that more than 5,000 people had been released in the past few days. afp

Courtesy DailyTimes.com.pk

 

 

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