Islamabad has expressed strong condemnation after a group of individuals purportedly of Afghan origin launched an assault on the Pakistani consulate in Frankfurt, Germany, on Saturday. The assailants threw stones and tore down Pakistan’s flag, sparking widespread outrage on social media. According to Media Reports in Pakistan, the attackers, draped in Afghan flags, forcibly entered the consulate, vandalized the premises, and replaced the Pakistani flag with their own. It is also reported that the attackers attempted to set fire to the Pakistani flag and hurled stones at the building, as confirmed by Pakistani media sources. Videos circulating on social media…
Author: Khanzada Gul
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has taken swift action following a violent outbreak during a peace rally in Bannu. At least one person was killed and many injured as gunfire triggered chaos among thousands gathered to demand heightened security in the district. Organized by local traders and political groups, the rally aimed to promote peace, symbolized by waving white flags. Eyewitnesses reported escalating tensions when the crowd moved toward the Bannu cantonment, igniting tents guarded by security forces after a recent terrorist attack. Shots allegedly fired from nearby prompted security forces to retaliate, resulting in casualties and injuries. Local authorities intervened…
The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) of Punjab announced Friday the apprehension of Amin al-Haq, identified as a key aide to Al-Qaeda founder Osama Bin Laden. “The arrest of this terrorist occurred during an intelligence-based operation,” stated DIG CTD Usman Akram Gonadal, confirming that the capture took place in Sarai Alamgir, a town in the Gujarat region. Al-Haq had been associated with Bin Laden since 1996 and was noted by the CTD as one of the extremist group’s top operatives, involved in various terrorist acts. Additionally, he was responsible for organizing security for the deceased Al-Qaeda chief and has been designated a…
Pakistan formally protested Wednesday to the Taliban government in Afghanistan regarding a recent extremist attack on a military base in the northwest. The assault resulted in the deaths of eight soldiers and multiple injuries. The Foreign Ministry summoned the deputy chief of the Afghan Embassy in Islamabad to deliver a strong diplomatic note about Monday’s raid in Bannu. It urged Taliban authorities to thoroughly investigate and swiftly take action against those responsible for the attack. According to Pakistani military reports, ten heavily armed assailants carried out the raid and were killed during intense clashes with security forces. The Foreign Ministry…
Security forces have successfully thwarted a series of terrorist attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, underscoring the heightened security challenges in the region. Early this morning, an attempted terrorist attack on Bannu Cantt was intercepted when assailants tried to breach the perimeter with an explosive-laden vehicle. The incident, occurring at 4:40 am near the outer wall of Bannu Cantt and the supply depot, was swiftly neutralized by security forces, who cornered the terrorists and launched a clearance operation to secure the area. In a separate incident earlier in Torka Bazaar, authorities narrowly averted disaster when an explosive device planted by unknown assailants…
In Peshawar, security officials revealed that daily oil smuggling from Iran into Pakistan has significantly decreased, from 16 million liters to 5-6 million, following crackdowns on smugglers. Addressing concerns from civil society, educators, and students, officials disclosed that smugglers purchase oil at Rs15 per liter, selling it domestically at Rs280, yielding staggering profits of Rs500 million daily. “A propaganda campaign against our security forces followed our crackdown,” stated a security official, dismissing international criticism. Emphasizing the escalating violence and terrorism, officials detailed how various mafias collaborate, using false narratives to undermine Pakistan’s stability. “These mafias, dealing in billions, spare no…
“Over 44,000 Afghans approved for relocation to Western nations following the Taliban’s return to power are still stuck in Pakistan, Islamabad confirmed on Thursday. After the NATO-backed government collapsed in August 2021, more than 120,000 people, mostly Afghans, were airlifted from Kabul in a chaotic evacuation. Since then, hundreds of thousands more Afghans have fled Taliban rule, hoping for new lives in countries involved in their country’s 20-year occupation. According to Pakistani foreign office spokeswoman Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, three years after the Taliban takeover, there are still 25,000 Afghans approved for relocation to the US living in Pakistan. An additional…
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,…
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…