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Maria Saeed

Maria Saeed is an avid reader, prolific writer, and seasoned research scholar, possesses expertise in both research and media spheres. Her interests lie in history, international relations, and political science.
Al-Qaeda, TTP, ISKP in Pakistan's backyard: Pakistani troops observe the area from a hilltop post in Khyber district [File: Anjum Naveed/AP]
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Maria Saeed

Al Qaeda, TTP and IS-KP: The Convergence and Divergence

Al Qaeda, TTP, and IS-KP pose a great threat to South Asia and the whole world. Sharing similar history and formation, these organizations converge on their origin. However, their beliefs in Islamic State and their area of influence provide a distinction among them.

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