Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif recently indicated plans for cross-border attacks into Afghanistan targeting the outlawed Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). The United States has responded cautiously, refraining from outright opposition while stopping short of endorsing such actions. US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller acknowledged Pakistan’s struggle against terrorism but clarified that the US does not support the Taliban or fund their activities. Miller highlighted concerns over the Taliban’s treatment of Afghan citizens and their imposition of moral standards. Meanwhile, Major General Patrick Ryder from the US Department of Defense stated that Pakistan’s decision on security measures, including potential airstrikes on TTP,…
Author: Khanzada Gul
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, represented by spokesman Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, strongly refutes claims that Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur endorsed any military operation. Responding to Governor Faisal Karim Kundi’s recent remarks, Barrister Saif emphasized the government’s insistence on comprehensive stakeholder consultations before initiating any anti-terror actions. Accusations and Political Dynamics In a sharp rebuke, Barrister Saif accused Governor Kundi of seeking unwarranted media attention through his statements. He highlighted Chief Minister Gandapur’s electoral victories over Governor Kundi and questioned the governor’s political credibility. Barrister Saif urged Governor Kundi to consider the historical context of law and order during previous…
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the first half of 2024 has witnessed a disturbing surge in terrorism-related activities. Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur’s district, Dera Ismail Khan, stands out with the highest number of incidents, leading the province in various forms of terrorism, extortion, target killings, and kidnappings for ransom. According to a recent report from the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD), a total of 477 incidents linked to terrorism and associated crimes have been reported across 14 districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during this period. These include 229 cases of terrorism, 78 cases of extortion, 38 cases of target killings, and multiple instances…
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), preparations are underway to ensure a peaceful Muharram, with approximately 40,000 security personnel set to be deployed. The decision was made during a high-level meeting chaired by KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, emphasizing the need for stringent security arrangements ahead of the holy month. Muharram, the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar, holds significant religious importance, marking the anniversary of the Battle of Karbala. This period witnesses religious processions and gatherings across Pakistan, particularly honoring the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). “Around 40,000 security personnel will be deployed to maintain law and order…
Reports have emerged of a distressing incident involving a female Afghan human rights activist who was subjected to horrific abuse in Taliban custody. The incident, captured on mobile phone video, marks a harrowing example of the escalating sexual violence against women and girls detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan. The activist received the video footage as a warning after she protested against the Taliban regime. In the footage, she is seen being coerced to undress and then brutally assaulted by two armed men. The perpetrators, aware of her activism, threatened to share the video widely if she continued to speak…
Armed assailants launched a brutal attack on a house in Turbat, Balochistan, resulting in the deaths of three individuals, including a woman and a child, and leaving one person injured, according to Levies officials on Monday. The assault, which took place in the Kech district, involved both gunfire and a bomb explosion. “Three people, including a woman and a child, were killed, and one person was injured in the attack,” Levies officials reported. Balochistan’s Interior Minister, Mir Ziaullah Langove, strongly condemned the attack and expressed his sorrow over the loss of innocent lives. He demanded a comprehensive report on the…
Counterterrorism operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province resulted in the neutralization of nine terrorists across two separate incidents on Monday. In an intelligence-driven mission in Tira, Khyber District, security forces eradicated seven terrorists, including high-value targets like Terrorist Commander Najeeb Abdul Rehman and Terrorist Commander Ishfaq Muavia. These individuals were actively engaged in various terrorist activities and were sought by law enforcement agencies. The operation also yielded the recovery of weapons, ammunition, and explosives from the terrorists. Simultaneously, in Lakki Marwat District, troops engaged a terrorist hideout, resulting in the elimination of two terrorists. Sanitization operations are currently underway in the…
A Taliban delegation attended a United Nations-led meeting in Qatar on Sunday despite controversy over the exclusion of women from the gathering. This two-day meeting marks the third U.N.-sponsored event addressing the Afghan crisis in Doha. Zabihullah Mujahid, the chief spokesperson for the Taliban government and head of their delegation, confirmed their participation on social media. He mentioned meeting with representatives from Russia, India, and Uzbekistan on the sidelines of the conference. Initially excluded from the first meeting, the Taliban faced conditions from U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to participate in the February gathering, including demands to exclude Afghan civil society…
Blasphemous content on TikTok has caught the attention of the Peshawar High Court (PHC). The court has directed the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to remove objectionable material from the platform. A two-member bench, comprising Justice SM Attique Shah and Justice Shakeel Ahmad, addressed a petition calling for TikTok’s ban. The court instructed the PTA to address the concerns raised in the petition. Petitioner Imran Khan, represented by Barrister Babar Shehzad, urged the court to direct the PTA, Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), and Ministry of Information to prohibit TikTok nationwide. He highlighted the dissemination of sacrilegious and inappropriate content on TikTok.…
TTP Terrorist Nasrullah Mehsud, also known as Maulvi Mansoor, was arrested in Balochistan during an investigation related to the TTP’s connections with the Afghan Taliban, RAW, and the outlawed BLA. Important revelations have emerged from his arrest. Balochistan’s Interior Minister, Zia Longo, announced that a significant network of terrorism was dismantled in Balochistan. Two crucial commanders of the banned organization were apprehended after a difficult and challenging operation. The arrest of these terrorists is considered a significant victory in the fight against terrorism. Zia Longo emphasized that India’s hand is behind the terrorist activities. He claimed that India provides financial…