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May 13, 2009 -- Updated 1106 GMT (1906 HKT)
Taliban: All local leaders must quit

Taliban: All local leaders must quit

A Taliban spokesman, pictured above, issues threats and ultimatums against Pakistan's ruling political class as that country's artillery and helicopters continue to pound the Islamic militant group in the Swat Valley. full story
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