US Congressman Brad Sherman urged a Pakistani delegation, led by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, to eliminate Jaish-e-Mohammad and protect religious minorities. Sherman highlighted the murder of his constituent, Daniel Pearl, by the group. He also called for the release of Dr. Shakil Afridi, imprisoned for aiding in Osama bin Laden's killing.
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