Pakistan

The Islamabad court

When Advocacy Aligns With Proscribed Narratives

The Islamabad court’s ruling against Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali underscores the tension between free expression and national security. Advocacy that aligns with proscribed terrorist narratives risks legitimizing terrorism while overlooking civilian suffering, emphasizing the need for responsible engagement with sensitive issues.

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Examining the renewed wave of BLA

Operation Herof II and the Reality of Terrorism in Balochistan

The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has launched Operation Herof II, attempting to destabilize Pakistan’s southwestern region. Despite heavy militant losses and civilian targeting, Pakistan’s security forces maintain operational control, demonstrating preparedness and resilience.

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Examining how women’s empowerment in Pakistan has evolved from a social aspiration into a core driver of productivity, innovation, and inclusive national development.

The Empowerment Dividend

Women’s empowerment in Pakistan is a catalyst for progress, fueling economic growth, innovation, and stronger governance. Empowered women are shaping the nation’s future and driving measurable development gains.

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Pakistan’s intelligence-based counterterrorism operations in Tirah Valley demonstrate a calibrated, lawful, and civilian-centered approach to dismantling entrenched extremist sanctuaries.

The Operational Reality on Ground.

Tirah Valley, long exploited by Kharij networks and their facilitators, has been subjected to sustained intelligence-based operations (IBOs) rather than any conventional military offensive. Grounded in intelligence, community engagement, and the Bagh Joint Action Plan (BJAP), Pakistan’s approach prioritizes civilian protection, targeted neutralization of terrorists, and the restoration of long-term stability, countering persistent propaganda with verifiable facts.

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An analytical examination of BLA-linked violence in Balochistan, focusing on civilian targeting, insurgent strategy, and the implications for security, governance, and social cohesion in Pakistan.

Balochistan Insurgency and Civilian Targeting

The escalation of BLA-linked attacks reveals a systematic shift toward civilian coercion, identity-based violence, and mass-casualty tactics, reflecting an insurgent movement increasingly detached from political legitimacy and reliant on terror as a tool of relevance.

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