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201218 minPG-13doc-short

The Secret War

201218 minPG-13doc-short

In Pakistan, Stephen Grey and Martin Smith examine the CIA's support for Afghan militias, the Taliban's ties to the Pakistani military, and the Obama administration's drone strikes.

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In Pakistan, Stephen Grey and Martin Smith examine the CIA's support for Afghan militias, the Taliban's ties to the Pakistani military, and the Obama administration's drone strikes.

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Stephen Grey

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In Pakistan, Stephen Grey and Martin Smith investigate the front lines of America's conflict with Al Qaeda and the Taliban. They detail the role of CIA-funded Afghan militias crossing the border and reveal covert support for Taliban factions from the Pakistani military and intelligence. The documentary also covers the Obama administration’s increased use of drone strikes in Pakistan’s tribal areas. This 18-minute film presents a complex picture of the ongoing war.

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