Thanks. But I am going to do the reverse of that. Too late here. Need my sleep. Unless you have another strong argument against India's presence in Afghanistan.:)
We do. Your rants aside, if past incidents decided who gets to have a say in matters, the world would be a much more easier place. Sadly, that isnt the case.
Not Pakistani land, Afghan land. Pashtuns werent even given the choice of an independent Pashtunistan during the referendum and Gaffar...
GoI will try and do whatever possible to curb Pakistan's influence in Afghanistan. We do not wish to rule by proxy and nor to interfere, but not allowing the repeat of a Pakistan backed Taliban overrunning the country is an aim.
Its not like Pakistan had any love lost for Afghanistan. Its true that Pakistan provided them shelter when they were pouring into the country in millions. But to come to think of it, the Afghans and even the Pashtuns inhabiting the Pakistani side hardly ever recognized the Durand line. In a way...
I haven't asked for proofs for mythological weapons. Because none exist. Only when suggested that these could be recreated or the 'blueprints' used for current research. You can go back and read my posts.
Reveling in ancient beliefs is fine. But I find it rather hilarious to suggest that the contraptions and mythical weapons mentioned were for real and could have a bearing on our current defense research.
And just trying to initiate a discussion.