Shakir: What do you
predict about the possible outcome of talks with the militants? Do you predict
any reconciliation?
Arif: There are many
possibilities. The State and militants cannot reconcile for some obvious
reasons as Taliban do not believe in democracy and constitution. A military
operation against the militants is a tough decision. Further delay may possibly
strengthen the militants and in case of militants’ dominance over the state,
the state will have no other option but to invite international support.
Shakir: Do you really think militants are a threat to
the state?
Arif: Yes, they are a
threat to the state.
Shakir: Are they a threat
to the military establishment as well?
Arif: Yes, a threat to the
state implies a threat to its establishment.
Shakir: If military operation
is launched, what will be the status of KP government?
Arif: I suppose military
operation will further exacerbate the situation especially in Punjab and Karachi
and we don't know how the militants and other anti-state forces will respond.
Before military operation the state must change its policy.
Shakir: Do you mean it is
the right time for the state to change its policy?
Arif: Yes, the state has
no other option.
Shakir: What is the way
out to curb militants in KP?
Arif: FATA and KP are
sandwiched. Only the state can find a way out. KP cannot have a policy of its
own.
Shakir: PTI and JI are
pro-Taliban. How would they curb the monster of terrorism?
Arif: They cannot. They
are pro-Taliban but Taliban are only pro-Taliban and do not wish to take side
with any party or force.
Shakir: So what are the
chances of KP government survival?
Arif: It depends. PTI will
support any move from the Federal government/ military. JI may resign or
Governor Raj may be imposed in case of military operation. Time will tell. We
cannot say it for sure
Shakir: You are right. In
this critical situation it is difficult for JI to continue.
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