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Syrian Islamists, Afghanistan, India

Syrian Islamists Resurface in Afghanistan, Rattling India and Central Asia

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Battle-hardened Syrian Islamists of Central Asian origin have re-emerged in Afghanistan, raising serious alarms across the region, according to The Economic Times. Their presence in provinces like Badakhshan, Baghlan, and Herat threatens to destabilise not only Taliban-controlled Afghanistan but also spill over into Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and India. Kyrgyzstan, though not sharing a border with Afghanistan, […]

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Hybrid Warfare and the Media: The Silent Battle for Perception

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Zahir Shah Sherazi    The global media landscape has undergone a profound transformation. What was once dominated by print and traditional electronic media—where editors ensured journalistic balance and adherence to professional standards—has now been overtaken by the unregulated rise of e-media and social platforms. This shift has opened the door for disinformation, bias, and narrative

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The Need for a Unified National Narrative Against Terrorism

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Aqeel Yousafzai    For the past several years, Pakistan’s two provinces Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan have remained under the shadow of terrorism. Attacks like the one on the Jaffar Express and others across the country have prompted security forces to become more active than ever before. Encouragingly, over the last month, a visible decline in

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Unsecured US Weapons in Afghanistan: A Growing Threat to Pakistan’s Security

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Fida Adeel    By withdrawing abruptly from Afghanistan in 2021, the United States not only left behind a political vacuum but also a massive arsenal of modern weaponry—much of it now in the hands of the Afghan Taliban and, alarmingly, in use by militant groups operating inside Pakistan. The Bagram Airbase was deserted, and billions

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Counter Terrorism Requires a Unified National Policy, Not Political Division

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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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TTP Seen Training with US-Made Javelin Missiles, Sparking Security Fear

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On Wednesday, 9 April, The News International reported that the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has gained access to FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank missiles—sophisticated weaponry manufactured in the United States. This revelation follows the circulation of a video released by the TTP last year in March, showing its fighters undergoing training with what appears to be American military-grade

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Afghanistan’s Inaction on Terrorism and Refugees: A Looming Crisis for Pakistan’s Security

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Zahir Shah Sherazi    The ongoing security challenges faced by Pakistan due to insurgent groups, such as the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) and Baloch Liberation Front (BLF), which operate from Afghan soil, have become a pressing concern for the region. These terrorist organisations, actively engaging in cross-border terrorism, continue to wreak havoc within Pakistan, further

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The Complex Relationship Between Pakistan, Afghan Taliban, and Regional Dynamics

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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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The Hidden Truth Behind BLA and BYC: Unpacking the Overlap Between Militancy and Activism in Balochistan

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By: Hassamuddin The banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), which the state has declared a faction of the Kharijites, is active in carrying out terrorist activities in Balochistan. It predominantly consists of members from the Marri and Bugti tribes. The group opposes foreign projects, particularly the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), and also targets security forces, police,

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