How to Dismantle a Peace Deal on Pakistan's Frontier

NOTE: THIS ARTICLE IS AVAILABLE IN THE PRINT EDITION ONLY. Recent military action by Americans and the Pakistan Army has defeated conflict resolution efforts on Pakistan's Frontier. Civilian casualties have bolstered support for anti-American extremists, and some Islamist political party representatives have resigned from office due to distrust in the system. In a region that is geo-strategically vital but developmentally neglected, politically marginalizing popular leaders could further radicalize the province. By supporting indiscriminate shows of strength, the U.S. runs the risk of creating more enemies and destabilizing an already fragile state. The U.S. should adjust its policies to invest in development, and exercise restraint in determining a military strategy

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