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Khawarij Attack Educational Institutions in Bannu, Second School Destroyed in 24 Hours

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In a shocking escalation of violence targeting education, Khawarij have destroyed a second school in Bannu within 24 hours, underscoring a disturbing pattern of assaults on educational institutions in the region. According to local authorities, the Government Girls Primary School in Bukakhel, Matiullah was destroyed using explosive materials, causing extensive damage to the infrastructure and […]

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How Dangerous Are the Afghan Taliban? US Think Tank Raises Global Security Alarm

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A recent report by a leading United States think tank has identified the Afghan Taliban as a serious threat to global peace and security, corroborating Pakistan’s longstanding concerns regarding the destabilizing role of the Taliban in the region. According to the report, the Taliban continue to provide safe haven and support to terrorist groups, including

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Taliban’s Authoritarian Grip Sees 611 Victims and 40% Increase in Killings in Afghanistan

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Afghanistan is facing an escalating humanitarian, social, and human rights crisis due to the authoritarian policies of the Taliban, according to a recent report by the Afghan human rights organization Rawadari. The report reveals a sharp rise in human rights violations over the past year, highlighting a deteriorating environment for civilians, women, and minority groups.

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The Hidden Forces Shaping Pakistan-Afghanistan Relations Right Now

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(Arshad Aziz Malik) For decades, the relationship between Pakistan and Afghanistan has been marked by tension, mistrust, and violence. The news of a temporary ceasefire during Eid‑ul‑Fitar, supported by religious scholars from both countries, might seem like a small gesture, but it is an important development that deserves careful attention. On the surface, it represents

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TTP Chief Allegedly Hiding Inside Kabul’s Diplomatic Enclave

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According to a story published in The News International today that some credible security sources have indicated that Noor Wali Mehsud, the head of the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), is currently being harbored within a highly secured area of Kabul under the protection of Afghan Taliban authorities. According to the sources, Mehsud is allegedly residing

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Pakistan Presses On With Cross-Border Operations Targeting Terrorist Sanctuaries in Afghanistan: Foreign Office

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Pakistan’s Foreign Office has confirmed that counterterrorism operations targeting militant sanctuaries in Afghanistan are ongoing, following the conclusion of a temporary pause observed during the recent Eid al-Fitr. In a formal media briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi stated that the operational pause granted during Eid has now ended, and security actions will continue

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Pakistan Emerges as Quiet Backchannel in High-Stakes United States–Iran Diplomacy, Says Envoy

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Pakistan has assumed a significant diplomatic role as a backchannel intermediary in ongoing indirect communications between the United States and Iran, according to remarks by Steve Witkoff, the United States Special Envoy. Speaking during a cabinet-level meeting, Witkoff confirmed that a structured 15-point action framework aimed at de-escalation and a potential peace agreement has been

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Rigid Governance Structures Enable Terrorist Narratives to Expand

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Hassam Uddin  The growing ideological rigidity within Afghanistan’s governance framework is emerging as a critical driver of extremism, with direct consequences for Pakistan’s internal security environment. Experts argue that exclusionary policies and resistance to political inclusivity have reinforced hardline narratives, limiting the scope for moderation and reform. This ideological consolidation has created fertile ground for

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Afghanistan’s Instability Draws Competing Powers Into New Great Game

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Afghanistan’s prolonged instability has created a strategic vacuum that is rapidly becoming a focal point for regional and global power competition, with direct implications for Pakistan’s geopolitical positioning. In the absence of cohesive international engagement, multiple actors are seeking to expand their influence across Afghanistan’s economic, political, and security landscape. Analysts note that this emerging

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Pakistan Opens Torkham Border for Phased Return — Security Lens Shapes Key Move

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In a significant policy move, the Government of Pakistan has temporarily opened the Torkham border to facilitate the dignified, safe, and phased repatriation of undocumented Afghan nationals. According to an official statement, the repatriation process commenced on March 26, with strict coordination directives issued to all relevant institutions, including immigration, registration, customs, and logistics authorities,

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