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Govt Forms National Peace Message Committee to Build Unified Stance Against Extremism, Terrorism

The federal government has established the National Peace Message Committee (NPAC), comprising leading religious scholars, representatives of minority communities, senior officials, and security institutions, with the mandate to counter terrorism, extremism, sectarianism, and hate speech by formulating a unified national narrative in line with the revised National Action Plan (NAP) 2021. The Ministry of Information […]

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Four Terrorists Eliminated in Successful CTD Operation in Pishin

The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) Balochistan killed four terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in Pishin, foiling a major terror plot and recovering a cache of arms and explosives. A CTD spokesperson said the terrorists were armed with two sub-machine guns, two pistols and hand grenades. Explosive material, prima cord and detonators were also seized from

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Several Khawarij Eliminated As Targeted Operation Continues In Dir’s Lal Qila

Security forces have intensified targeted operations against Khawarij, extending their momentum from Mohmand to the Lal Qila area of Dir, where multiple elements of the group have been eliminated. During the action, a valiant Frontier Corps (FC) soldier laid down his life in defence of the motherland, attaining the honour of martyrdom. His sacrifice stands

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Political Differences Complicate Pakistan’s Anti-Terrorism Strategy: The Diplomat

Pakistan’s counterterrorism efforts against the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) are being challenged by differing approaches between the federal and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) governments, according to a report published in The Diplomat. The divergence in strategy, it said, has slowed progress towards formulating a comprehensive national framework to deal with the evolving threat. The report stated

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Twenty-Five Years After 9/11: The Taliban’s Return and America’s Counterterrorism Illusion

Nearly twenty-five years have passed since the September 11 attacks shook the United States, reshaped global security, and triggered what was hailed as the most coordinated counterterrorism campaign in history. In that time, America has waged wars, toppled regimes, killed or captured al-Qaeda’s masterminds, and driven the so-called Islamic State from its strongholds. Yet the

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Security Forces Eliminate 19 Khawarij In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Operations: ISPR

Security forces eliminated 19 Khawarij in three separate intelligence-based operations conducted across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on September 9 and 10, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Thursday. According to the ISPR, the first operation took place in the Guluno area of Mohmand district, where troops engaged the reported presence of Khawarij. Following an intense exchange

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Iraqi Air Force Commander Calls On CJCSC, Lauds Pakistan’s Sacrifices For Regional Peace

Lieutenant General Muhannad Ghalib Mohammed Razi Al-Asadi, Commander of the Iraqi Air Force, called on Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza at the Joint Staff Headquarters. During the meeting, both sides held detailed discussions on the global and regional geo-strategic environment, with particular focus on emerging security challenges and avenues

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Terrorists Loot National Bank Branch In Lakki Marwat, Torch Premises Before Fleeing

In a brazen act of terrorism, armed men looted the National Bank branch in Titterkhel area of Lakki Marwat, held the security guard hostage and later set the building on fire, officials confirmed.According to police, the terrorists stormed the branch, looted cash, and destroyed computers, CCTV cameras and other security equipment before torching the premises.

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Taliban Restrictions Force UNHCR to Halt Cash Aid for Afghan Returnees

The United Nations refugee agency has suspended cash assistance for Afghan returnees, blaming Taliban restrictions that bar its female staff from working at border points. In a statement on Wednesday, the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) said the ban had made it impossible to deliver safe and equal financial support to men and women

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Afghan Leaders Unite in Virtual Memorial, Warn Infighting Only Strengthens Taliban

Afghan political leaders marked the 24th anniversary of Ahmad Shah Massoud’s assassination with a virtual memorial on Tuesday, cautioning that disunity among Taliban opponents could fatally weaken resistance efforts. Ahmad Massoud, son of the slain commander and leader of the National Resistance Front, warned that internal rivalries only serve the Taliban’s interests. “The enemy succeeds

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