Amid growing indications of an imminent military operation in the tribal belt, particularly Waziristan, the banned militant group Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has issued a desperate propaganda statement attempting to rally public support and incite the local population against state institutions. The group, facing increasing pressure from security forces, is now resorting to emotional manipulation, falsely portraying military action as a conspiracy to displace and exploit Pashtun communities.In a recent statement, TTP spokesperson Muhammad Khurasani accused Pakistan’s military of planning to forcibly remove tribal residents under the guise of anti-terror operations, claiming it was part of a broader agenda to gain control over local resources. The message, however, thinly veils the group’s real fear — a coordinated crackdown on their hideouts and operational bases. TTP’s call for locals to resist the armed forces is seen as a calculated move to use civilians as human shields and to hinder counterterrorism operations by blending within populated areas.Security analysts believe the statement reflects growing anxiety within TTP ranks, particularly following recent high-level engagements between Pakistan and international partners. As the state intensifies efforts to dismantle militant infrastructure, groups like TTP are increasingly relying on disinformation and fear-mongering to survive. Authorities have reiterated that any operation will be aimed strictly at terrorists, with utmost care taken to protect civilian lives and property.
Militants Panic as Security Operation Looms: TTP Attempts to Exploit Tribal Sentiment
