Pakistan remains a roadblock for US in Central Asian affairs

The United States has the cooperation of Afghanistan, which used to harbor Al Qaeda, but has limited ability to maneuver in neighboring Pakistan, where the terrorist group is now based.
Pakistan remains a roadblock for US in Central Asian affairs

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