How Could Mumbai Attack Affect Afghan War?

Smoke and fire billows out of the Taj Hotel in Mumbai November 27, 2008.
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From Reuters:

Reuters - Attacks on Mumbai have fueled concerns that rising tension with India will divert Pakistan's attention from fighting insurgents in its western tribal areas who are infiltrating Afghanistan to stage attacks on U.S., NATO and Afghan forces.

Here are some potential consequences of the Mumbai attacks for the Afghanistan war and the fight against al Qaeda and Taliban militants.

Washington is trying to defuse tensions that could lead to a redeployment to eastern Pakistan, which could ease pressure on the tribal-area militants in the west.

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My Comment: This is a spot on analysis. The consequences that are outlined are correct.

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