US-Pakistan partnership is a journey of alliances, challenges, and opportunities shaping an evolving relationship. What lies ahead?
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Russia’s Taliban Pivot: A Calculated Play or a Risky Gamble?
Russia’s Taliban pivot signals a strategic gamble, balancing counterterrorism efforts with geopolitical ambitions in a volatile regional landscape.
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DG ISPR on Security of Pakistan in 2024
Comprehensive briefing by DG ISPR on counterterrorism achievements of Pakistan as well as it’s Afghan policy, and national security in 2024
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Pakistan’s Dark December: A Decade After the APS Attack
Explore how the tragedy of the APS attack shaped Pakistan’s fight against terrorism and its connection to the resurgence of militant threats.
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Al-Qaeda Affiliates Targeting Weak States: Implications for Pakistan
Al-Qaeda affiliates like Al-Shabaab are targeting weak states. Pakistan must strengthen its stability, collaborate regionally, and address extremism’s root causes.
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ISKP’s Threat to AIG: What’s at Stake for Afghanistan?
ISKP’s threat is pushing Afghanistan into chaos. The assassination of a top Taliban leader exposes deep vulnerabilities in AIG’s control.
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Pakistan Reaffirms Commitment to Dialogue With Afghanistan
Pakistan desires dialogue with Afghanistan to resolve issues, including TTP sanctuaries and regional security concerns.
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Khalil Haqqani’s Death: Kabul Blast Shocks Afghanistan
Khalil Haqqani’s death in a Kabul explosion exposes leadership rifts in the Afghan interim government and raises concerns about ISKP’s role.
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“Those Spreading Fake News for Vested Political Interests Need to be Brought to Justice”: Top Military Brass
COAS warns against propaganda for vested interests, insisting those responsible must be brought to justice.
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Pakistani Military Operations Intensify Amid Growing Violence
Pakistani military intensifies operations against armed groups amid rising violence and security challenges.
