The TTP’s attempted drone incursion into Islamabad signals a dangerous shift in Pakistan’s security environment, reflecting the global rise of unmanned warfare and evolving militant tactics.
There’s a lot being said about the Kabul strike, but when you look closely, parts of the story just don’t add up.
As the UN updates sanctions on Taliban officials, growing scrutiny of militant networks underlines Pakistan’s long-standing security concerns
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This case underscores a growing paradox: in the digital age, ideological extremism can emerge within affluent, well-integrated communities far removed from traditional drivers of radicalization.
International attention is now catching up with Pakistan’s long-standing concerns over terrorism operating from Afghan territory
Pakistan launches Operation Ghazb-e-Lil-Haq against militant sanctuaries in Afghanistan amid rising TTP attacks, signaling a decisive shift in Islamabad’s security strategy.
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For decades, Balochistan’s underdevelopment has been framed as a story of federal neglect. But does the data support that claim?
UN and Russian assessments highlight persistent militant networks in Afghanistan, raising regional security concerns despite Taliban control.