Taliban Divisions: Crisis in Afghanistan
The House of Cards in Afghanistan has fallen apart because of escalating internal divisions within the ranks of the Afghan Taliban. The ideological and pragmatic leadership of the Afghan Taliban are divided between Kandahar and Kabul groups. Since the fall of Kabul before the Afghan Taliban in August 2021, Afghanistan’s government, economy and society have […]
Pakistan’s security forces eliminate three burqa-clad terrorists in North Waziristan operation
In a significant counter-terrorism operation, Pakistan’s security forces eliminated three terrorists in North Waziristan, including individuals attempting to flee disguised in women’s attire. The intelligence-based operation took place on the night of February 6-7, 2025, in the Datta Khel area of North Waziristan. Security forces launched the raid after receiving reports about militant activity in […]
Eight terrorists killed in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa operations: ISPR
The Pakistani military’s Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) recently reported the elimination of eight terrorists in two separate intelligence-based operations (IBOs) conducted in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) between January 12 and 13, 2025. These operations were part of the military’s ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist networks and ensure public safety. Thus, the success of these operations reflects the […]
TTP threatens Pakistan’s military-run businesses as violence rises
The Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), also known as the Pakistan Taliban, has escalated its campaign against the Pakistani military. On January 5, 2025, the TTP intended to target military-run businesses. These include the National Logistics Cell, Frontier Works Organisation, Fauji Fertiliser Company, military-run housing authorities, and a commercial bank. The group also warned civilians to divest […]
Pakistan-Afghanistan relations at crossroads: The TTP factor
Recent mutual strikes by Pakistan and Afghanistan have confirmed that relations and trust between Islamabad and Kabul are at the lowest ebb. Unsurprisingly, accelerating attacks by outlawed Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) is one of the main concerns for Pakistan which has witnessed the highest number of attacks in recent years, especially in KPK and Balochistan. Pakistan-Afghanistan […]
Pakistan raises alarms over terrorism from Afghan soil
In a significant statement, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General, Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, highlighted Pakistan’s escalating concerns about terrorism. He highlighted terrorist outfits being granted sanctuaries and support on Afghan territory. Addressing a press conference in Rawalpindi, the DG ISPR emphasized that unrestrained activities by such groups have become a major threat to […]
Military denies involvement in Nov 26 crackdown on PTI supporters
The Pakistan military attributes the rise in terrorism to political support for illegal activities and governance failures. Speaking at a press conference, ISPR Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry highlighted how political backing obstructs measures under the Revised National Action Plan and Azm-i-Istehkam. He called for strict laws and enforcement to dismantle the illegal […]
Pakistan’s Forces Neutralize Seven Terrorist in Tank Area
A Victory in the Fight Against Terrorism Pakistan’s recent operation in the Tank district marks another milestone in the fight against terrorism. The elimination of Ali Rahman alias Maulana Taha Swati, a senior leader of the banned group ‘Fitna al-Khawarij’, along with seven other militants, showcases the precision and efficacy of intelligence-based operations (IBOs) Ali […]
