Wednesday, February 25, 2009

The imperative of peace in Swat


By Mazhar Qayyum Khan

Feb 26, 2009

The peace agreement between the government and the Tehrik-i-Nifaz-i-Shariat-i-Muhammadi has brought an enthusiastic response from the people of Swat. There were jubilations and peace marches in different parts of the valley. Indeed, the whole country has heaved a sigh of relief. The rising death toll of innocent Swatis, known for their exemplary gentleness and humility, their mass exodus from the valley to safer areas, the widespread disruption of life and rank misery were a source of great anguish for all Pakistanis and should be so to all those who have a sense of humanity. The return to normal life, already partly in evidence, like the resumption of female education that suffered most at the hands of militants should be unequivocally greeted with satisfaction…continue reading..

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