ASSESSMENTS

Pakistani Federal Minister Gunned Down

Mar 2, 2011 | 19:52 GMT

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Summary

The Pakistani minister for minority affairs was assassinated March 2, reportedly in response to comments he made regarding Pakistan's blasphemy laws. The Pakistani Taliban claimed responsibility for the attack. The assassination highlights the threat to high-value targets in Pakistan and the difficulties the government faces in keeping senior officials safe.

The assassination of Pakistan's minister for minority affairs highlights the continued threat high-value targets face in Pakistan....

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