Mixed reaction as Musharraf resigns

Musharraf was facing impeachment charges drawn up by the governing coalition. There's been relief in Pakistan that an impeachment battle has been avoided, but also celebrations in the streets at his departure. U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said Washington was grateful to Musharraf for joining the fight against al Qaeda and the Tablian, while old rival India said it would continue to have amicable relations with Pakistan.

Reuters | August 18, 2008

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