Pakistan expects 'tough resistance' in Waziristan
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The Pakistani army expects Taliban and al-Qaeda fighters in the South Waziristan tribal region to put up "tough resistance" against a military offensive, the army's chief spokesman said.
Maj. Gen. Athar Abbas also confirmed earlier reports that the military has completed preparations for what could be one of the most important operations against militants in Pakistan since 2001. South Waziristan is considered al-Qaida and the Taliban's major stronghold in the lawless northwest region bordering Afghanistan. (AP)
