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There is something to this story. Shortly before the Afghan campaign, Mushariff went public to the Pakistani, condemning the attacks on the US and disavowing the Taliban. This was broadcast here. While he didn't say who the messenger was, it was clear that Bush had read him the riot act. One statement he made stood out. (paraphrase) "Our very existence depends on our cooperation".

Beats me why he names Armitage as the messenger. The US already had a resident ambassador.

[endthematrix]

Of course the US needed to give a threat. A great diplomatic maneuver considering that Mushie could have allied with the Taliban and have the support. One scenario is World War 3. Mushie mane the right choice.

BTW, Mushie did make a second speech to the country. One that went against America.

[Graymatter]

why he names Armitage as the messenger.

Armitage was the administration's poison pellet at the time. Their malware. The ones to worry about are the ones we haven't identified.