The 'weaponization' of Pakistani society

FRANCE 24 English 2015-06-08

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Pakistani society is becoming increasingly "weaponized" amid Taliban attacks. Many men, including those from skilled professions, now carry their own guns or hire armed bodyguards to stay safe. But where are all the guns coming from and have they left Pakistanis feeling any safer? Our correspondents Taha Siddiqui and Claire Debuyser went to investigate.


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