October 19th Morning Readbook

In Iraq, security is only surface deep
Only in Iraq would a week in which more than 50 people perished in bombings and shootings be considered a good one.


Taliban vs India
With the Americans refusing to take sides in any part of the conflict that doesn’t suit their own national interests, little incentive remains for the Pakistanis to construct a strategy that would leave them without options after American withdrawal.


Questions about Al Qaeda's next move
Some intelligence experts speculate that, under increasing Pakistani pressure, the terrorist network may try to relocate once again to Afghanistan. Others are not so sure.


U.S. says credible partner in Afghanistan is crucial
As the presidential election dispute drags on, White House officials say Afghan leaders must form a stable government that the public sees as credible and legitimate.


Pakistan presses drive against militants
The Pakistani army pushed farther into a mountainous Taliban and al-Qaeda haven Sunday, as civilians continued to flow out of an area that has become a full-fledged battleground.


Iran urges Pakistan action after attack
Iran has received information that "some security agents" in Pakistan were cooperating with elements behind Sunday's attack on the Revolutionary Guards, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad was quoted as saying.


Revolutionary Guard Commanders Killed in Bombing