Turkish military chief warns of nuclear threat if Taliban seizes control in Pakistan

Turkey's military chief on Monday warned of the danger that Pakistan's political turmoil and violence by Islamic extremists could open the way for the Taliban to seize control of the country and its nuclear weapons.

Gen. Yasar Buyukanit, speaking at an international terrorism conference organized by the military in Ankara, said Pakistan's leaders should be given strong support to guard against such an outcome. "I hope Pakistan reaches stability in a short time," Buyukanit told the conference. (AP)