Husain Haqqani

former aide to Benazir Bhutto

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Former top aide to Benazir Bhutto; Professor of International Relations at Boston University and Co-chair of the Hudson Institute’s Project on Islam and Democracy

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Protests and rioting are widespread in Pakistan following the assassination and funeral of  Benazir Bhutto . At least 23 people are dead.

Benazir Bhutto Laid to Rest in Pakistan

Protests and rioting are widespread in Pakistan following the assassination and funeral of Benazir Bhutto . At least 23 people are dead.

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