Mike,

While none (well, at least the majority of the world) would lament OBL being killed, but questions that are being raised in Pakistan and by co religionists in India, is that how far can the US writ (US President's authorisation) legally apply beyond its frontiers as per international law?

Pakistan harbours terrorists and of that there is no doubt. And Pakistan, as a rule, denies their existence. Therefore, maybe the manner in which the US sorted out OBL is the only answer.

Therefore, my query as to what is the legal position on this?