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Pakistan goverment reaches deal with Taliban militants
Pakistan's government reached an agreement with Taliban militants in the country's northwest on Wednesday, promising to "gradually" pull out troops from the region.
- Agencies
- Published: 18:55 May 21, 2008
Peshawar: Pakistan's government reached an agreement with Taliban militants in the country's northwest on Wednesday, promising to “gradually'' pull out troops from the region.
The deal came one day after the United States warned Pakistan against negotiating with the militants, saying it may give way for plots against Pakistan or abroad.
Authorities in North West Frontier Province also agreed to enforce sharia in Swat.
In return the militants led by charismatic cleric Fazlullah agreed to cease attacks, allow girls to go to school and stop carrying weapons in public.
The militants also agreed to stop operating illegal radio stations without permission from authorities, while the government also agreed to review the criminal cases filed against Fazlullah and other militants.
Officials said they hoped this new deal will restore peace in Swat.
The militants have said they are fully satisfied with the agreement.
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