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Article: Christian School in Pakistan Closes
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- August 17, 2002
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ISLAMABAD, Pakistan (AP) _ A Christian school attacked last week by
Islamic militants in Pakistan has closed its doors for the rest of
the year, the school board announced.
The decision, posted on the Murree Christian School's Web site, comes
at a time when Western governments are urging their nationals to leave
Pakistan amid fears of a renewed wave of terrorism.
Authorities believe the extremists are targeting Christians and Westerners
in Pakistan in retaliation for the government's support for the U.S.-
led war on terrorism.
"The Board takes seriously its duty to ensure that the children and
staff who make up this historic school can live and work in a secure ...