Another result of the raid and captured information will be its effect on Pakistan. The raid is embarrassing to the Pakistani military, given how bin Laden was hiding in plain sight. But beyond this, the captured information could prove even more embarrassing. For example, it may contain the smoking gun, identifying who within the Pakistani establishment is supporting and protecting al Qaeda and how they are doing it.I wonder if ISI had planned for that eventuality? If maybe OBL was more prisoner than guest; much less fugitive in hiding. The trove might not offer so much if ISI gave OBL up. See how many come down next should tell.
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Wednesday, May 04, 2011
Killing bin Laden: the bigger prize - Threat Matrix