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Terror Sanctuaries or Transit Routes; Kabul Can’t Have Both

The recent trilateral dialogue, in Kabul, between Pakistan, China, and Afghanistan marked yet another critical moment for the region’s future, particularly whether Afghanistan is ready to shift from decades of conflict to economic cooperation. Held in Kabul, the meeting centred on connectivity, counterterrorism, and development, with the long-term vision of integrating Afghanistan into the China-Pakistan […]

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Rifts, Banned Militant Group, Bannu, Banned Gul Bahadur Group, Tribesmen

Splintering Shadows: Rifts Deepen Within Banned Militant Group in Bannu

In a startling display of internal discord, a local commander of the banned Gul Bahadur group, Hameedullah alias “Meedu,” has released a video statement that lays bare deepening rifts within the group’s ranks in Bannu and elsewhere. The statement centres around the recent abduction and subsequent release of another militant figure, Imran alias “Bakhmal” of

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Taliban, Kabul Trilateral Talks, Afghan Soil, Cross-Border Terrorism, Afghanistan Safe Havens

Taliban Once Again Assures Afghan Soil Won’t Be Used Against Neighbours During Trilateral Talks

In a familiar refrain, the Taliban administration has once again pledged that Afghan territory will not be used to threaten neighbouring countries; a commitment made during trilateral talks in Kabul on Wednesday, involving China and Pakistan. The assurance was delivered by Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi during a meeting with his Chinese and Pakistani

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Bajaur, Suicide Attack in Bajaur, Pakistan Army, Special Services Group (SSG), Counter Terrorism Operation in Bajaur

One Soldier Martyred, Five Injured in Bajaur Suicide Attack

A soldier of Pakistan Army’s elite Special Services Group (SSG) was martyred, and five others, including a civilian, sustained injuries in a suicide bombing in Bajaur district on Wednesday morning. The blast occurred as a military vehicle was passing through the bypass road near Inayat Killi Bazaar, a densely populated area of the volatile tribal

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Taliban, Ex-Haqqani Commander Arested, Kabul Trilateral Talks

Taliban Arrest Ex-Haqqani Commander Over Alleged Plot to Disrupt Kabul Trilateral Talks

In a significant counter-terrorism move, the Afghan Taliban have arrested senior ex-Haqqani Network commander Hayatullah Ghalchaki Tangiwal along with two associates during an operation in Paktika province, sources confirmed on Wednesday. The three men have been transferred to Pul-e-Charkhi prison in Kabul. According to intelligence sources, the trio was apprehended over alleged links with the

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Shehbaz, Relief Checks, Buner district, Rehabilitation Plans, Floods in KP 2025

PM Shehbaz Distributes Relief Checks Among Buner’s Flood Victims, Announces Long-Term Rehabilitation Plans

On August 20, 2025, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif distributed relief checks to families affected by the recent floods in the Buner district, following the devastating torrential rains. During the event, the Prime Minister reiterated the government’s commitment to providing immediate assistance and long-term rehabilitation to the victims of this natural calamity. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

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Counter-Terrorism, Dera Ismail Khan, CTD Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Terrorists, Combating Terrorism

Counter-Terrorism Success: Dera Police Eliminate Two Khawarij, Arrest Three in Major Operations

In a significant display of counter-terrorism efficiency, the Dera Police achieved remarkable successes in the last 24 hours, apprehending key suspects involved in various terrorism and robbery incidents. Among the major operations, three armed robbers, including key suspects in the high-profile murder of trader leader Rana Aslam, were captured in a gunfight. Simultaneously, in a

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Counter-Terrorism Dialogue, Pakistan-US Partnership, Pak US Bilateral Ties, Pakistan's Energy Sector, President Donald Trump

Pakistan-US Counter-Terrorism Dialogue Paves the Way for Enhanced Energy and Economic Partnership

In a significant development following recent counter-terrorism dialogues, Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervez Malik met with U.S. Charge d’Affaires, Natalie A. Baker, to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in both security and economic sectors. The talks focused on strengthening the energy partnership between Pakistan and the U.S., with particular emphasis on oil, gas, and mineral

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Afghanistan War Commission, United States' 20-year war in Afghanistan, US Withdrawal, US Congress, Taliban

The Aftermath of US Withdrawal: Afghanistan War Commission Report Highlights Key Failures

Coinciding with the fourth anniversary of the Taliban’s return to power, the Afghanistan War Commission in the US Congress released its second report on the United States’ 20-year war in Afghanistan. US officials emphasized that the roots of failure in the war lay in strategic weaknesses rather than tactical shortcomings. The Afghanistan War Commission is

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