Strike over Pakistan rebel death - BBC News

by Populux | August 28, 2006 at 12:51 pm
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Security forces say they now have the situation under control A widespread strike is being observed in Pakistan's Balochistan province, following the killing of tribal leader Nawab Akbar Bugti, officials say. As many as 600 people have now been arrested in connection with rioting in Quetta and other towns in the region. The situation was calmer on Monday but sporadic violence continued in protest at the weekend raid by security forces. Bugti was a key figure in the struggle for greater autonomy ...
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