Who to call a terrorist

The US administration is undecided on whether the Haqqani network, based in Pakistan, should be designated as a terrorist organisation, the Washington Times reports. It adds that some officials are concerned such a move could complicate relations with Pakistan, and efforts for peace talks with the Taliban.

Despite the military pushing for such a designation, the move has been resisted by some the White House, and some in the State Department, the Washington Post reported.

 

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