US drone strikes counterproductive: Nawaz
PML(N) chief Mian Ex Prime minister Mian Nawaz Sharifsaid that he has nothing personal against President Asif Ali Zardari, adding that his differences were based on principles. Speaking to reporters after meeting with US officials here on Tuesday, he said: I have categorically shared my stance with US officials. He said drone attacks in tribal areas by US forces are counterproductive. US President Barack Obama will have to change its policy about drone strikes, he commented. Two-time prime minister
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