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Unsecured US Weapons in Afghanistan: A Growing Threat to Pakistan’s Security

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Fida Adeel    By withdrawing abruptly from Afghanistan in 2021, the United States not only left behind a political vacuum but also a massive arsenal of modern weaponry—much of it now in the hands of the Afghan Taliban and, alarmingly, in use by militant groups operating inside Pakistan. The Bagram Airbase was deserted, and billions […]

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Counter Terrorism Requires a Unified National Policy, Not Political Division

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Mushtaq Yusufzai    The fight against terrorism in Pakistan has long been marked by contrasting approaches, political confusion, and a lack of consistent long-term strategy. A glaring example of this is the policy divide between the federal government and the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) provincial administration regarding the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). From the onset, the federal

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TTP Militants Turn Mosques into Operational Bases in Mir Ali: Locals Decry Desecration of Holy Sites

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In a disturbing development, the group led by Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) commander Shafiullah Haider, declared a seditious outfit by the state, has reportedly converted several mosques in the Mir Ali subdivision of North Waziristan into permanent hideouts and operational centres. According to local sources, the militant group is deliberately exploiting the sanctity of mosques, aware

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TTP Seen Training with US-Made Javelin Missiles, Sparking Security Fear

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On Wednesday, 9 April, The News International reported that the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has gained access to FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank missiles—sophisticated weaponry manufactured in the United States. This revelation follows the circulation of a video released by the TTP last year in March, showing its fighters undergoing training with what appears to be American military-grade

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Taliban Confirms Deportation of Nearly 6,000 Afghan Migrants from Iran and Pakistan

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The Taliban’s commission for addressing migrant affairs announced that a total of 5,932 Afghan nationals were deported from Iran and Pakistan on April 8, amid continued repatriation efforts by the two neighbouring countries. According to an official statement, 3,743 individuals were expelled from Pakistan, while 2,189 were deported from Iran. The deportees returned to Afghanistan

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Afghanistan’s Inaction on Terrorism and Refugees: A Looming Crisis for Pakistan’s Security

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Zahir Shah Sherazi    The ongoing security challenges faced by Pakistan due to insurgent groups, such as the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) and Baloch Liberation Front (BLF), which operate from Afghan soil, have become a pressing concern for the region. These terrorist organisations, actively engaging in cross-border terrorism, continue to wreak havoc within Pakistan, further

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Tirah Valley Bleeds in Silence: A Community Caught Between Terror and Inaction

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In the scenic yet troubled Tirah Valley of Khyber district, the menace of the Khawarij—a term used locally to refer to extremist militants—continues to cast a long, grim shadow over innocent lives. Despite a series of successful operations by security forces, these militants retaliate by targeting civilians, keeping the region in a state of fear

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The Complex Relationship Between Pakistan, Afghan Taliban, and Regional Dynamics

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Mushtaq Yusufzai  The Afghan Taliban’s handling of critical decisions has profound implications for the future of Afghanistan, particularly in relation to their relationship with the United States and neighboring countries.One of the most contentious issues is the potential handover of Bagram Airbase to the US If such a decision were to be made, it would

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The Hidden Truth Behind BLA and BYC: Unpacking the Overlap Between Militancy and Activism in Balochistan

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By: Hassamuddin The banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), which the state has declared a faction of the Kharijites, is active in carrying out terrorist activities in Balochistan. It predominantly consists of members from the Marri and Bugti tribes. The group opposes foreign projects, particularly the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), and also targets security forces, police,

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