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War, Coups and Terror: Pakistan's Army in Years of Turmoil

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In recent years, Pakistan has changed from being a state of regional strategic significance to one of major global importance. Its geographical position and delicate religious mix, coupled with a complex political structure and its status as a nuclear power, have ensured that its actions—and inactions—have attracted close scrutiny since 9/11 and the declaration of the 'War on Terror.' Yet there remains widespread dis-agreement among political and military analysts as to the real position of this enigmatic nation.
In War, Coups, and Terror, Brian Cloughley explores the underbelly of Pakistan's military and its controversial role within the Pakistani government since Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto came to power in 1971. An insider with links to Pakistan's past and present senior officers, Cloughley provides a unique insight into the Army's influence and position as a force in the fight against al-Qaeda and the Taliban, as well as an account of operations against the 2003-2004 tribal uprising. His coverage of military-political relations will fascinate those who seek a closer understanding of this enigmatic and complex country, its ambitions, affiliations, and loyalties.
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    • Library Journal

      June 15, 2009
      Cloughly is a veteran of both the British and the Australian army and an expert on the Pakistani military. Here, in covering Pakistan's turbulent military-political relations since Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto came to power in 1971, his writing is a little dry, but nonetheless he gives readers a valuable and in-depth resource that will be important for the subject area.

      Copyright 2009 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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