Pakistan lifts Swat valley curfew

Pakistan's army has temporarily lifted the curfew in large parts of the Swat valley, to allow civilians to flee the intense fighting against the Taleban.The curfew is being suspended for eight hours during the day, officials say.Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has said the army would be successful in clearing the area of the militants, who have largely been controlling it.The UN says more than 800,000 people are living in harsh conditions in camps for those displaced by the fighting.Thousands arrived after the curfew was eased at the weekend.A further influx is expected on Friday as it is lifted in parts of the Swat valley from 0600 to 1400 (0100-0900GMT).