Before regaining power in Afghanistan, the Taliban reportedly signed the Mir Ali Agreement with the Pakistani Taliban, al-Qaeda, and other foreign militants. According to this pact, the Taliban promised support for these groups in their “jihad” and the establishment of a Sharia system in Pakistan after their victory. A source close to the Pakistani Taliban revealed to a private Afghan TV channel that Sirajuddin Haqqani signed the agreement with the leaders of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), al-Qaeda commanders, and other influential figures. These included Hafiz Gul Bahadur, leader of the Ittehadul Mujahideen Shura of North Waziristan, and Maulvi Sadiq Noor Dawar.…
Author: Khanzada Gul
Afghanistan’s Tumultuous Year and Its Challenges Ahead Rising Security Threats Afghanistan faced a chaotic 2024, with a surge in violence led by ISIS-Khorasan (ISIS-K). The group conducted at least 19 attacks targeting Hazara and Shia civilians, Sufi followers, Taliban officials, and foreign nationals. A high-profile attack was the assassination of Khalil Rahman Haqqani, a senior Taliban leader and brother of Haqqani Network founder Jalaluddin Haqqani. The United Nations reported 8,650 security incidents between November 2023 and November 2024, marking increased instability. ISIS-K was blamed for many of these incidents, including the deaths of 156 civilians and injuries to 426 others.…
The Afghan Taliban continues to misuse foreign aid to promote terrorism and destabilize the region. US Congressman Tim Burchett has highlighted this alarming issue in a letter to President-elect Donald Trump, urging an immediate halt to funding the Taliban. Burchett raised grave concerns about the misuse of US taxpayer dollars. He labeled it as “funding terrorists” and criticized the flow of financial support to an extremist organization. The Congressman specifically accused the Biden administration of enabling indirect funding of the Taliban through foreign aid. The letter revealed a shocking admission by Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Blinken reportedly acknowledged that…
Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai, Afghanistan’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs, recently issued a fiery statement against Pakistan. Speaking at a program in Kabul, he warned Pakistan not to test Afghanistan’s patience. In an almost comical analogy, Stanikzai claimed that Afghanistan’s fighters are like “atomic bombs.” He mocked Pakistan’s advanced weaponry and missile technology. Referring to missiles like Ghaznavi, Abdali, and Babur, Stanikzai remarked, “You named your missiles Ahmad and Mahmood, but we have Ahmad and Mahmood here with us. Our land is full of Abdalis, Ghaznavis, and Baburs—each one of them is like an atomic bomb.” Pakistan,…
Shaari Baloch was a suicide bomber who carried out an attack at Karachi University in April 2022. She targeted Chinese teachers, killing three of them along with a Pakistani driver. The Majeed Brigade, a wing of the banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), claimed responsibility. Shaari’s story begins in Turbat, Balochistan, where she was born on January 3, 1971. Her family, well-educated and ambitious, dreamed of a better life for their daughter. Shaari herself was deeply inspired by the idea of ending poverty and injustice in her region. With dedication and hard work, she earned an MPhil from Karachi University. She…
Claims and controversies are common in Pakistani politics. However, when a notable leader reveals a startling truth, it grabs attention. Recently, Aimal Wali Khan made a significant claim. He stated that in 2013, the PTI government formed its administration in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with the help of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). This statement has stirred up intense debate in Pakistan’s political landscape. Aimal Wali Khan alleged that the provincial government of PTI not only facilitated the TTP but also provided funds to these militants from public resources. Such revelations could cause severe damage to any political party. This claim also raises…
The Taliban have announced a complete ban on national and foreign NGOs employing women in Afghanistan. This latest act of Taliban brutality deepens the ongoing assault on women’s rights. The Economy Ministry, in a letter shared on social media platform X, stated that organizations failing to comply will lose their operating licenses. This move marks another severe blow to women’s freedoms since the Taliban took control in August 2021. Two years ago, they had already barred Afghan women from working in NGOs, claiming they failed to wear the Islamic headscarf properly. Now, the Taliban are extending their control to shut…
Federal Minister Releases White Paper on PTI’s Governance in KP Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, criticized the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). Speaking at a press conference in Model Town, he released a white paper highlighting corruption and mismanagement in the province. He claimed that the PTI government has ignored public issues and promoted corruption during its 11-year tenure. Financial Irregularities and Corruption The minister detailed financial scandals under the PTI government. He revealed that irregularities worth Rs 152 billion have occurred in KP. Billions of rupees were given to fake companies under the…
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif’s statement describing jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan as a “proxy” for pro-Israel supporters raises serious concerns about the potential international agendas linked to Khan. The allegations suggest that foreign backing for Khan comes from nations historically aligned with Zionist policies. Asif’s claim aligns with Pakistan’s broader apprehensions about external influences compromising its sovereignty. Imran Khan’s past connections further fuel these suspicions. His ties to Jemima Goldsmith, whose family is closely associated with global elite circles, have often been a subject of political debate. Khawaja Asif’s mention of “Operation Goldsmith,” allegedly orchestrated by Jemima’s brother Zac…
Pakistan Strikes Key TTP Hideouts in Paktika Pakistan’s security forces launched precision airstrikes in Afghanistan’s Paktika province, eliminating over 71 Khawarij militants, including top commanders. These decisive actions dismantled four major terrorist hubs, including a suicide vest factory and the Umar Media Cell, dealing a severe blow to militant operations. “This is not the first time Pakistan has acted decisively across the border,” a senior security official remarked. He emphasized that past drone strikes had inflicted significant losses on these networks. Despite promises from the Afghan Taliban to prevent further attacks from Afghan soil, those commitments remain unfulfilled. Surgical Strikes…