Posted on 11/06/2015 5:40:12 PM PST by Lera
Secretary of State John F. Kerry on Tuesday urged the president of Tajikistan not to go overboard in its crackdown on political Islam and expressions of faith.
In remarks after he met with Foreign Minister Sirodjidin Aslov and President Emomali Rahmon, Kerry acknowledged concerns that religious extremists could infiltrate over Tajikistan's long border with Afghanistan.
"We talked about the difficulties and challenges of counterterrorism and fighting against violent extremism effectively, but also in a way that balances human rights and religious freedom," he said.
Kerry struck a similar note Monday during a speech in Kazakhstan, where he said that repressive measures against political opponents in the name of fighting terrorism only breed more extremism.
His visits come at a time when increased activity by Islamic militants along Tajikistan's long border with Afghanistan has raised concerns of a domino effect, spreading extremism in Central Asia. Taliban fighters have gained ground in the Afghan province of Kunduz, which borders Tajikistan. Russia fears that militants, battle hardened from fighting in Syria, could slip into the region. Moscow is so alarmed that it has threatened to take control over Tajikistan's borders.
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I agree, they shouldn’t go overboard: nothing more than tactical nukes should be utilized...
I look forward to the day when other countries’ diplomats and leaders begin to tell Kerry and Obama to butt out of their business and STFU.
Alinsky #5
China, Russia, and their allies know how to handle extreme Islam. Even the Iranians know how to handle them.
kill em all.....
The man with the mentality of a twelve year old - Bibi N.
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