The document discusses several news articles from The Express Tribune about the killing of Osama bin Laden by US forces in Pakistan. The articles summarize comments from Pakistani and US officials, report on public reactions in Pakistan, and assess the state of US-Pakistan relations in the aftermath. They represent a range of viewpoints, including both Pakistani criticism of US overreach and efforts by officials to manage tensions and focus on counterterrorism cooperation. The analysis suggests the media plays a strong role in Pakistani politics by relaying facts and viewpoints that can influence policies over time.
The Pentagon tried to scrub references to Robert Bales from its websites after his arrest for killing 16 Afghan civilians, but the information was still widely available due to caching and archives on the Internet. The military said it was trying to protect Bales' family's privacy, though some found this unusual since the information had already been public. Criminal charges against Bales are expected, so the military may have been trying to avoid prejudicing public opinion or those involved in the case.
Keefe, katherine assignment #1 final draftkatiekf3
President Obama sought international support for a military strike against Syria in response to a chemical weapons attack. However, he received limited backing as most countries did not want to get involved. Congress was also hesitant to approve military action without more allies. As the US debated its response, Syria mocked the delays as a sign of weakness. The situation remained tense as the international community struggled to agree on the appropriate consequences for Syria's actions.
A leaked video shows former Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf seeking covert U.S. support to regain power after being ousted in 2012. In the video, Musharraf tells American lawmakers he needs their assistance to "win again" without overt support. He also admits negligence by Pakistani intelligence agencies in locating Osama bin Laden, but claims the CIA was similarly negligent prior to 9/11. The video clips, posted by a Pakistani journalist, appear to be from meetings Musharraf had with U.S. officials and lobbyists while living in exile in Dubai in 2012.
The document discusses run-on sentences and provides examples and methods for correcting them. It gives examples of run-on sentences and how to identify them by reading aloud. It then explains two main ways to correct run-on sentences: by splitting them into two separate sentences or by joining them with a comma and a coordinating conjunction. The document concludes by providing additional run-on sentences for the reader to practice correcting.
The crash of a US drone in Iran has revealed the intense US spying efforts taking place in Iran, where the US has no official presence. While the drone is believed to have crashed due to a malfunction rather than being shot down, Iran displayed the largely intact drone on television. US surveillance of Iran through drones and other means has been ongoing for years to gain intelligence on activities inside Iran's borders. However, the recent drone crash has unmasked these secret intelligence operations.
1. A US withdrawal from Afghanistan could create a false sense that Islam has defeated the US and boost morale for Islamist groups, leading to greater chaos.
2. It would likely result in the collapse of the moderate Afghan regime within months and an increase in well-trained Islamic extremists threatening neighboring countries.
3. It could renew civil war in Afghanistan with the Taliban backed by Pakistan and Saudi Arabia fighting the Northern Alliance backed by Russia, Iran, and Central Asian countries.
This slide covers the USA foreign Policy about Afghanistan and Pakistan from Bush era to Obama era. Your feedbacks are welcomed on mjf110@gmail.com
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The Pentagon tried to scrub references to Robert Bales from its websites after his arrest for killing 16 Afghan civilians, but the information was still widely available due to caching and archives on the Internet. The military said it was trying to protect Bales' family's privacy, though some found this unusual since the information had already been public. Criminal charges against Bales are expected, so the military may have been trying to avoid prejudicing public opinion or those involved in the case.
Keefe, katherine assignment #1 final draftkatiekf3
President Obama sought international support for a military strike against Syria in response to a chemical weapons attack. However, he received limited backing as most countries did not want to get involved. Congress was also hesitant to approve military action without more allies. As the US debated its response, Syria mocked the delays as a sign of weakness. The situation remained tense as the international community struggled to agree on the appropriate consequences for Syria's actions.
A leaked video shows former Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf seeking covert U.S. support to regain power after being ousted in 2012. In the video, Musharraf tells American lawmakers he needs their assistance to "win again" without overt support. He also admits negligence by Pakistani intelligence agencies in locating Osama bin Laden, but claims the CIA was similarly negligent prior to 9/11. The video clips, posted by a Pakistani journalist, appear to be from meetings Musharraf had with U.S. officials and lobbyists while living in exile in Dubai in 2012.
The document discusses run-on sentences and provides examples and methods for correcting them. It gives examples of run-on sentences and how to identify them by reading aloud. It then explains two main ways to correct run-on sentences: by splitting them into two separate sentences or by joining them with a comma and a coordinating conjunction. The document concludes by providing additional run-on sentences for the reader to practice correcting.
The crash of a US drone in Iran has revealed the intense US spying efforts taking place in Iran, where the US has no official presence. While the drone is believed to have crashed due to a malfunction rather than being shot down, Iran displayed the largely intact drone on television. US surveillance of Iran through drones and other means has been ongoing for years to gain intelligence on activities inside Iran's borders. However, the recent drone crash has unmasked these secret intelligence operations.
1. A US withdrawal from Afghanistan could create a false sense that Islam has defeated the US and boost morale for Islamist groups, leading to greater chaos.
2. It would likely result in the collapse of the moderate Afghan regime within months and an increase in well-trained Islamic extremists threatening neighboring countries.
3. It could renew civil war in Afghanistan with the Taliban backed by Pakistan and Saudi Arabia fighting the Northern Alliance backed by Russia, Iran, and Central Asian countries.
This slide covers the USA foreign Policy about Afghanistan and Pakistan from Bush era to Obama era. Your feedbacks are welcomed on mjf110@gmail.com
+92-313-3132995
The document summarizes 3 news stories from Dunya News about US-Pakistan relations following the killing of Osama bin Laden. Story 1 discusses Hillary Clinton urging Pakistan to take action against terrorists. Story 2 reports on Mike Mullen's urgent visit to Pakistan and Hillary Clinton's upcoming visit. Story 3 claims Hillary's visit helped resolve misunderstandings, but does not provide details to support this. The analysis notes the stories rely mainly on US sources and reflect tensions in the US-Pakistan relationship.
The document analyzes and summarizes 3 news stories from Dunya News about US-Pakistan relations. The stories use an optimistic tone and US sources. They acknowledge tensions but aim to ease them. While fairly objective, relying on US sources may aim the stories at English-speaking or Western audiences. Public opinion in Pakistan shows distrust of the US acting responsibly according to other surveys cited. The lasting impact of US-Pakistan talks remains to be seen after Osama bin Laden.
Lutherwood and Chaulmers running "The Canadian Tea Room; 1600 yr old tablet is thick to swallow; but it is only rock"(very wishful thinking in ur usual stream of ideology)
After the 9/11 attacks, the US demanded Pakistan's support in its war on terror. Pakistan initially cooperated by arresting al Qaeda members. From 2001-2017, Pakistan-US relations were strained and cooperative at times. The US provided aid but also conducted drone strikes without permission. Relations significantly declined after Osama bin Laden was found and killed in Pakistan in 2011. The US accused Pakistan of supporting terrorists, while Pakistan felt betrayed by the US.
- President Obama announced that U.S. military and intelligence operatives had killed Osama bin Laden in Pakistan, almost 10 years after 9/11. Bin Laden resisted and was shot in the head during a firefight at a large compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan where he had been hiding.
- Bin Laden's death marks a significant achievement for the U.S. in its efforts against al-Qaeda, but al-Qaeda is likely to continue its attacks. His death could motivate his followers or mark a turning point in the war in Afghanistan.
- Questions remain about how Bin Laden was able to hide in Pakistan so close to Islamabad for so long, and tensions with Pakistan may increase as a result of the
OSAMA BIN LADEN - UNARMED (US LIES CHANGE AGAIN)VogelDenise
1) The White House changed its story about Osama bin Laden being armed during the raid, saying he was actually unarmed when Navy SEALs shot and killed him in his compound in Pakistan.
2) Officials provided more details about the operation, but some key details changed from the initial accounts, including which son was killed and how bin Laden's wife died.
3) Questions were raised about whether the U.S. planned to take bin Laden alive or intended to kill him from the start, given that he was unarmed.
Bruce Riedel's book "Deadly Embrace" explores the complex relationship between Pakistan, America, and global jihad. It analyzes how US policies have sometimes harmed relations and allowed different jihads to emerge from Pakistan. The book examines Pakistan's history with militant groups from the Soviet-Afghan war led by Zia-ul-Haq to Al-Qaeda under Osama Bin Laden. It recommends rebuilding trust, jointly combating terror, and engaging Pakistan through democratic support, education investment, and resolving the Kashmir dispute to help weaken jihadist forces.
Robert Bales appears to be the man the United States Of America's Military RECRUITED to carry out a SLAUGHTER/MASSACRE on Afghanistan Civilians. It appears AFTER Bales FULFILLED his mission, President Barack Obama, Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, United States Congress, United States Department of Defense had Bales SNUCK out of Afghanistan.
This Congressional Research Service report summarizes developments in Pakistan and U.S.-Pakistan relations in 2011, including high-profile political assassinations, the Raymond Davis affair, and the killing of Osama bin Laden in Pakistan. It discusses key issues like terrorism, militancy, the Afghan insurgency, nuclear proliferation, and human rights. The capture and killing of bin Laden severely damaged trust between the countries and led some in Congress to question continued U.S. assistance to Pakistan. However, the U.S. still sees a stable, democratic Pakistan opposing extremism as vital to its interests in the region.
Osama bin Laden, the leader of al-Qaeda and the mastermind of the 9/11 attacks, was killed by US Navy SEALs in a covert operation in Abbottabad, Pakistan on May 1, 2011. The operation, called Operation Neptune Spear, involved SEAL Team 6 flying covertly into Pakistan and raiding the compound where bin Laden had been living. Bin Laden was shot and killed during the raid. The death of bin Laden was announced by President Obama and was met with both relief and satisfaction by many, though some argued the "war on terror" would continue.
Improving U.S.-Pakistan Relations: A Primer for the Trump Administrationcommandeleven
This document analyzes recommendations in a report for the Trump administration on improving US-Pakistan relations. It summarizes that the report aims to pressure Pakistan by threatening to brand it as a state sponsor of terrorism, isolate it diplomatically, hold its military responsible for attacks on India, portray it as anti-US and against US/NATO forces in Afghanistan, and depict it as a rogue nuclear state. The document argues these views are outdated and do not reflect Pakistan's efforts against extremism over the past decade through military operations that have dismantled terrorist groups and brought peace to many areas.
The document discusses the geopolitical importance of oil reserves in the Caspian Sea region and the role this played in US and other countries' foreign policy decisions. It suggests that the US invasion of Afghanistan and support for certain regimes in the region were motivated partly by desires to secure oil and gas pipelines from the Caspian to international markets. However, US officials publicly denied that oil was a factor and emphasized other stated rationales like national security and counterterrorism. The control of Caspian energy resources was an area of competition and strategic interest for major powers like the US, Russia, and China.
Foreign policy of pakistan under musharraf regimeusman ali
General Pervez Musharraf pursued an active foreign policy both before and after 9/11. Prior to 9/11, he focused on improving relations with India and Afghanistan. After 9/11, Pakistan strongly aligned with the US in the war on terror in exchange for economic and military aid. Musharraf also tried to improve ties with India, though tensions remained over Kashmir. Pakistan maintained close relations with China but also strengthened cooperation with the US.
This document provides a lengthy critique of Barack Obama's memoir about his presidency. The reviewer believes Obama lacked strategic vision and resolution, especially regarding the wars in Afghanistan and policies towards Pakistan. They criticize Obama for exaggerating the threat from al-Qaeda and for failing to acknowledge or address Pakistan's support for the Taliban. The reviewer also faults Obama and his advisers like Gates for lacking a clear strategy in Afghanistan and making poor decisions like deploying troops to Helmand province. Overall, the reviewer finds Obama's memoir to be intellectually dishonest and lacking in substantive analysis of his foreign policy decisions.
Pakistan obl has been dead for seven yearsVogelDenise
This article proposes the theory that Osama Bin Laden has been dead since December 13, 2001, and that the U.S. and Britain have covered up his death to continue pursuing the war on terror. The article cites numerous inconsistencies in post-2001 videos and audiotapes of Bin Laden that have been released. It also notes that Bin Laden denied responsibility for 9/11 in statements prior to his reported death date. The article suggests the tape confessing to 9/11 may have been fabricated and questions whether the West's continued insistence that Bin Laden is alive represents a "double bluff" to perpetuate support for military action.
The document discusses growing concerns in the Obama administration over the Saudi-led military campaign in Yemen and efforts to restore peace. Secretary of State John Kerry may visit Saudi Arabia next week to discuss issues with the campaign and explore new strategies. The U.S. initially backed the bombing campaign but is now worried about the civilian death toll and the possibility that arms supplied to pro-government forces could fall into terrorist hands. The administration is also seeking ways to restart mediation between Houthi rebels and the exiled Yemeni government.
If ever a turning point seemed inevitable in Pakistan’s militia policy, it was in the aftermath of the Peshawar school massacre in December 2014. Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) killed 152 people, 133 of them children, in the bloodiest terrorist attack in Pakistan’s history. The carnage sparked an unprecedented national dialogue about the costs and contradictions of the Pakistani political and military establishment’s reliance on violent proxies, such as the Afghan Taliban (from which the TTP originates), for security.
Why does Pakistan continue to differentiate between “good” and “bad” militias in the face of the Peshawar massacre? What are the costs of playing the good-bad militia game? What can be done to end Pakistan’s dependency on armed nonstate groups? In “Reimagining Pakistan’s Militia Policy,” Visiting Assistant Professor of Government at Skidmore College and US-Pakistan Exchange Program Fellow at the Atlantic Council’s South Asia Center, argues that Pakistan’s unwillingness to crack down on all terrorist groups is more a product of cold calculation than ideological shortsightedness. Understanding Pakistan’s close relationship with militias requires recognizing the strategic logic through which many states outsource violence.
UNITED STATES COUNTER IED STRATEGY AND TACTICS WERE A FAILURE IN AFGHANISTANAgha A
The document discusses the US counter-IED strategy in Afghanistan and concludes it was a failure. It notes that establishing large military bases in Helmand province, where much of the opium poppy was grown, did little to curb the drug trade. Both the US and Pakistan were suspected of protecting certain drug trafficking groups for financial and strategic reasons. The document questions why the US chose to focus military efforts in Helmand, which strengthened the Taliban's logistical lines through Pakistan and increased IED attacks against US forces. It concludes the US failed to achieve its objectives of destroying the Taliban or curbing the drug trade.
The document summarizes 3 news stories from Dunya News about US-Pakistan relations following the killing of Osama bin Laden. Story 1 discusses Hillary Clinton urging Pakistan to take action against terrorists. Story 2 reports on Mike Mullen's urgent visit to Pakistan and Hillary Clinton's upcoming visit. Story 3 claims Hillary's visit helped resolve misunderstandings, but does not provide details to support this. The analysis notes the stories rely mainly on US sources and reflect tensions in the US-Pakistan relationship.
The document analyzes and summarizes 3 news stories from Dunya News about US-Pakistan relations. The stories use an optimistic tone and US sources. They acknowledge tensions but aim to ease them. While fairly objective, relying on US sources may aim the stories at English-speaking or Western audiences. Public opinion in Pakistan shows distrust of the US acting responsibly according to other surveys cited. The lasting impact of US-Pakistan talks remains to be seen after Osama bin Laden.
Lutherwood and Chaulmers running "The Canadian Tea Room; 1600 yr old tablet is thick to swallow; but it is only rock"(very wishful thinking in ur usual stream of ideology)
After the 9/11 attacks, the US demanded Pakistan's support in its war on terror. Pakistan initially cooperated by arresting al Qaeda members. From 2001-2017, Pakistan-US relations were strained and cooperative at times. The US provided aid but also conducted drone strikes without permission. Relations significantly declined after Osama bin Laden was found and killed in Pakistan in 2011. The US accused Pakistan of supporting terrorists, while Pakistan felt betrayed by the US.
- President Obama announced that U.S. military and intelligence operatives had killed Osama bin Laden in Pakistan, almost 10 years after 9/11. Bin Laden resisted and was shot in the head during a firefight at a large compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan where he had been hiding.
- Bin Laden's death marks a significant achievement for the U.S. in its efforts against al-Qaeda, but al-Qaeda is likely to continue its attacks. His death could motivate his followers or mark a turning point in the war in Afghanistan.
- Questions remain about how Bin Laden was able to hide in Pakistan so close to Islamabad for so long, and tensions with Pakistan may increase as a result of the
OSAMA BIN LADEN - UNARMED (US LIES CHANGE AGAIN)VogelDenise
1) The White House changed its story about Osama bin Laden being armed during the raid, saying he was actually unarmed when Navy SEALs shot and killed him in his compound in Pakistan.
2) Officials provided more details about the operation, but some key details changed from the initial accounts, including which son was killed and how bin Laden's wife died.
3) Questions were raised about whether the U.S. planned to take bin Laden alive or intended to kill him from the start, given that he was unarmed.
Bruce Riedel's book "Deadly Embrace" explores the complex relationship between Pakistan, America, and global jihad. It analyzes how US policies have sometimes harmed relations and allowed different jihads to emerge from Pakistan. The book examines Pakistan's history with militant groups from the Soviet-Afghan war led by Zia-ul-Haq to Al-Qaeda under Osama Bin Laden. It recommends rebuilding trust, jointly combating terror, and engaging Pakistan through democratic support, education investment, and resolving the Kashmir dispute to help weaken jihadist forces.
Robert Bales appears to be the man the United States Of America's Military RECRUITED to carry out a SLAUGHTER/MASSACRE on Afghanistan Civilians. It appears AFTER Bales FULFILLED his mission, President Barack Obama, Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, United States Congress, United States Department of Defense had Bales SNUCK out of Afghanistan.
This Congressional Research Service report summarizes developments in Pakistan and U.S.-Pakistan relations in 2011, including high-profile political assassinations, the Raymond Davis affair, and the killing of Osama bin Laden in Pakistan. It discusses key issues like terrorism, militancy, the Afghan insurgency, nuclear proliferation, and human rights. The capture and killing of bin Laden severely damaged trust between the countries and led some in Congress to question continued U.S. assistance to Pakistan. However, the U.S. still sees a stable, democratic Pakistan opposing extremism as vital to its interests in the region.
Osama bin Laden, the leader of al-Qaeda and the mastermind of the 9/11 attacks, was killed by US Navy SEALs in a covert operation in Abbottabad, Pakistan on May 1, 2011. The operation, called Operation Neptune Spear, involved SEAL Team 6 flying covertly into Pakistan and raiding the compound where bin Laden had been living. Bin Laden was shot and killed during the raid. The death of bin Laden was announced by President Obama and was met with both relief and satisfaction by many, though some argued the "war on terror" would continue.
Improving U.S.-Pakistan Relations: A Primer for the Trump Administrationcommandeleven
This document analyzes recommendations in a report for the Trump administration on improving US-Pakistan relations. It summarizes that the report aims to pressure Pakistan by threatening to brand it as a state sponsor of terrorism, isolate it diplomatically, hold its military responsible for attacks on India, portray it as anti-US and against US/NATO forces in Afghanistan, and depict it as a rogue nuclear state. The document argues these views are outdated and do not reflect Pakistan's efforts against extremism over the past decade through military operations that have dismantled terrorist groups and brought peace to many areas.
The document discusses the geopolitical importance of oil reserves in the Caspian Sea region and the role this played in US and other countries' foreign policy decisions. It suggests that the US invasion of Afghanistan and support for certain regimes in the region were motivated partly by desires to secure oil and gas pipelines from the Caspian to international markets. However, US officials publicly denied that oil was a factor and emphasized other stated rationales like national security and counterterrorism. The control of Caspian energy resources was an area of competition and strategic interest for major powers like the US, Russia, and China.
Foreign policy of pakistan under musharraf regimeusman ali
General Pervez Musharraf pursued an active foreign policy both before and after 9/11. Prior to 9/11, he focused on improving relations with India and Afghanistan. After 9/11, Pakistan strongly aligned with the US in the war on terror in exchange for economic and military aid. Musharraf also tried to improve ties with India, though tensions remained over Kashmir. Pakistan maintained close relations with China but also strengthened cooperation with the US.
This document provides a lengthy critique of Barack Obama's memoir about his presidency. The reviewer believes Obama lacked strategic vision and resolution, especially regarding the wars in Afghanistan and policies towards Pakistan. They criticize Obama for exaggerating the threat from al-Qaeda and for failing to acknowledge or address Pakistan's support for the Taliban. The reviewer also faults Obama and his advisers like Gates for lacking a clear strategy in Afghanistan and making poor decisions like deploying troops to Helmand province. Overall, the reviewer finds Obama's memoir to be intellectually dishonest and lacking in substantive analysis of his foreign policy decisions.
Pakistan obl has been dead for seven yearsVogelDenise
This article proposes the theory that Osama Bin Laden has been dead since December 13, 2001, and that the U.S. and Britain have covered up his death to continue pursuing the war on terror. The article cites numerous inconsistencies in post-2001 videos and audiotapes of Bin Laden that have been released. It also notes that Bin Laden denied responsibility for 9/11 in statements prior to his reported death date. The article suggests the tape confessing to 9/11 may have been fabricated and questions whether the West's continued insistence that Bin Laden is alive represents a "double bluff" to perpetuate support for military action.
The document discusses growing concerns in the Obama administration over the Saudi-led military campaign in Yemen and efforts to restore peace. Secretary of State John Kerry may visit Saudi Arabia next week to discuss issues with the campaign and explore new strategies. The U.S. initially backed the bombing campaign but is now worried about the civilian death toll and the possibility that arms supplied to pro-government forces could fall into terrorist hands. The administration is also seeking ways to restart mediation between Houthi rebels and the exiled Yemeni government.
If ever a turning point seemed inevitable in Pakistan’s militia policy, it was in the aftermath of the Peshawar school massacre in December 2014. Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) killed 152 people, 133 of them children, in the bloodiest terrorist attack in Pakistan’s history. The carnage sparked an unprecedented national dialogue about the costs and contradictions of the Pakistani political and military establishment’s reliance on violent proxies, such as the Afghan Taliban (from which the TTP originates), for security.
Why does Pakistan continue to differentiate between “good” and “bad” militias in the face of the Peshawar massacre? What are the costs of playing the good-bad militia game? What can be done to end Pakistan’s dependency on armed nonstate groups? In “Reimagining Pakistan’s Militia Policy,” Visiting Assistant Professor of Government at Skidmore College and US-Pakistan Exchange Program Fellow at the Atlantic Council’s South Asia Center, argues that Pakistan’s unwillingness to crack down on all terrorist groups is more a product of cold calculation than ideological shortsightedness. Understanding Pakistan’s close relationship with militias requires recognizing the strategic logic through which many states outsource violence.
UNITED STATES COUNTER IED STRATEGY AND TACTICS WERE A FAILURE IN AFGHANISTANAgha A
The document discusses the US counter-IED strategy in Afghanistan and concludes it was a failure. It notes that establishing large military bases in Helmand province, where much of the opium poppy was grown, did little to curb the drug trade. Both the US and Pakistan were suspected of protecting certain drug trafficking groups for financial and strategic reasons. The document questions why the US chose to focus military efforts in Helmand, which strengthened the Taliban's logistical lines through Pakistan and increased IED attacks against US forces. It concludes the US failed to achieve its objectives of destroying the Taliban or curbing the drug trade.
UNITED STATES COUNTER IED STRATEGY AND TACTICS WERE A FAILURE IN AFGHANISTAN
Foreign Media Presentation
1. The Express Tribune The Express Tribune is a partner of The International Herald Tribune which is the global edition of The New York Times. Other related media brands include: Express News – Urdu News Channel Express 24/7 – English News Channel For the purpose of this presentation, information is taken from Tribune.com.pk, which is the online publication for The Express Tribune. Link: http://tribune.com.pk/
2. News stories without “US” or “Obama” in the title Title: Pakistan Clarifies Stance on Bin Laden operation, warns against future ventures Caption: “Pakistani foreign media secretary SalmanBashir listens to a question during a media briefing about the killing of Osama Bin Laden at the foreign ministry in Islamabad on May 5, 2011. PHOTO: AFP.”
3. Content Characteristics: fairly objective, slight government bias lead: “Pakistan Foreign Secretary SalmanBashir said on Thursday that any country that again seeks to raid its territory would face consequences from Pakistan’s military.” The Secretary is quoted as saying, “blame should be shared” Sources: Express/Reuters, Bashir is quoted Audience Views/Public Opinion: the article bolds “Pak-US mistrust” as a heading, emphasizes cooperation between the two countries leading to Bin Laden raid.
4. Title: JUI rally pays homage to ‘martyred’ Bin Laden Caption: “Picture shows a wall bearing graffiti ‘Osama bin Laden Town’ near the hideout house of slain Al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden. PHOTO: AFP.”
5. Content Characteristics: Objective, but only represents viewpoint of the JamiatUlema-e-Islam (JUI) party Lead: “Scores of people took to the streets near Quetta on Friday to pay “homage” to al Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden and call for war against America, witnesses said.” “homage” in quotations seems to show that the author/Express do not share the same opinion as the al Qaeda supporters. Anti-American sentiments are expressed as quotes from al Qaeda supporters Sources: AFP Audience Views/Public Opinion: The article states that “Pakistan on Thursday demanded that the US cut its troop presence in the country “to a minimum” as the fallout from the raid intensified and threatened to review cooperation in the event of another similar operation.” This statements reflects a viewpoint that the US over-stepped its boundaries and power
6. Title: ‘Bin Laden commanded al Qaeda from hideout’ Caption: “This framegrab from an undated video released by the US Department of Defense on May 7, 2011, reportedly show Al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden watching television at his compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan. According to the Defense Department, the video was seized from the compound during a May 1 operation by US special forces in which bin Laden was killed. PHOTO: AFP”
7. Content Characteristics: Objective Lead: “Contrary to initial perception that Osama bin Laden was dormant and inactive while in hiding, a senior US intelligence official on Saturday claimed that the al Qaeda chief was still closely involved in the terror group’s activities while in Pakistan.” Sources: Wires, a senior US intelligence official Audience Views/Public Opinion
8. News stories with “US” or “Obama” in the title Title: US prepared to replicate Bin Laden raid: Obama Caption: “Obama indicates that US would conduct similar Abbottabad raid if another militant is found in Pakistan. PHOTO: AFP.”
9. Content Characteristics: Summarizes Obama interview but adds a sense of ‘warning’ in the article for Pakistan. lead: “Amid straining Pakistan-US relations, President Barack Obama has said that he would order an operation similar to that which killed al Qaeda kingpin Osama bin Laden if another militant leader was found in Pakistan.” The article is primarily summarizing the interview of President Obama with BBC. The article is divided primarily in three sections: the first being the reasoning behind not disclosing raid details to Pakistan before, second being help from Pakistan to date in attacking militants, and third being focus on Afghanistan. Sources: BBC, President Obama and the Afghan presidential spokesman Waheed Omar is quoted Audience Views/Public Opinion: the article bolds really focused on what President Obama had to say about repeating a bin Laden raid on Pakistan soil.
10. Title: ‘We cannot stop another US raid: Magsi” Caption: “Policeman stand guard outside the hideout house of slain Al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden in Abbottabad on May 5, 2011. PHOTO: AFP”
11. Content Characteristics: Gives the Balochi opinion on the obl raid and what lies ahead for Quetta Shura lead: “I have no idea whether or not the Quetta Shura exists here, but if it does, then nobody can stop the US from carrying out more attacks”, said Balochistan Governor NawabZulfiqar Ali Magsi on Thursday.” The article is primarily quotes the Magsi on how he feels about future raids within Balochistan similar to the one carried out in Abbottabad Sources: Media press conference at SardarBahadur Khan Women’s University. Audience Views/Public Opinion: the article primarily raises concern for Balochistan.
12. Title: ‘US, Pakistan move on from Abbottabad incident’ Caption: “Grossman meets senior civilian and military leaders to discuss Afghan endgame. PHOTO: AFP/FILE.”
13. Content Characteristics: Assesses the relationship between Pakistan and the US post-obl raid. lead: “After days of tensions over the killing of Osama bin Laden, Pakistan and the United States appear to have moved on, shifting their focus from the controversy to the more pressuring issue of managing the endgame for the decade-long war in neighboring Afghanistan.” The article talks about where the US-Pakistan relationship stands and how it is moving forward Sources: Sources close to the envoy, Presidential spokesman Farahtullah Babar is quoted Audience Views/Public Opinion: The article focuses on positive facts about the US-Pakistan relationship post-obl raid but also raises the issue of anti-Americanism in Pakistan, being at its worst.
14. Analysis As it is mentioned in Hackett & Zhao, media clearly plays a strong role in the politics of a country. If you look at all the articles highlighted in this presentation, there is a strong focus on relaying the facts and making the reader think. These attribute to change in policies etc. overtime. If you look at Philip Seib’s, ‘The Al Jazeera Effect’, he gives emphasis to the availability of information in effective communication and change. I think if you apply that principle to the Express Tribune, you can see there is a strong demand for information. Several articles are written about one topic, including blog posts and opinions. These add to the information for the reader.