Pakistan’s tribal regions are once again under siege not just from the barrel of a gun, but from betrayal, abandonment, and silence. The cycle of terror is back, and its pattern is painfully familiar: first, the security forces are ambushed; then come attacks on state officials; and finally, the silencing of voices calling for peace […]
As Russia becomes the first country to formally recognize the Taliban regime in Afghanistan, a tectonic shift in regional geopolitics is underway. Moscow’s decision has not only revived the Taliban’s diplomatic hopes but also raised questions about who will follow next. Meanwhile, across the border in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), the security situation is deteriorating
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The twin attacks in North Waziristan one targeting an army convoy in Mir Ali and the other ambushing security personnel in Ghulam Khan have once again shaken the fragile calm of this war-scarred region. In a span of mere minutes, 13 soldiers were martyred, and three civilians were critically injured. In retaliation, security forces killed
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Mushtaq Yusufzai Over the past two decades, the militant landscape in the region particularly concerning the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has evolved with alarming sophistication. From humble beginnings in the tribal belts of Pakistan to an increasingly structured insurgent network now operating with advanced weaponry and drone technology, the TTP’s transformation is a matter of serious
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Mushtaq Yusufzai The drone attack in Pakistan’s Panjgur district—allegedly launched from Afghan territory—has reignited a familiar anxiety in Islamabad: is the Afghan Taliban aligning more closely with India? While this question may seem speculative at first glance, several recent developments demand serious scrutiny. Historically, Afghanistan and India have maintained a warm relationship. Even during the
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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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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