Cross-border terrorism was the primary focus when a high-level Pakistani delegation met with Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities on Thursday. They urged the Taliban to address cross-border terrorism by taking decisive action against militants allegedly using Afghan soil for attacks. This call comes after a recent suicide car bombing killed five Chinese engineers. The meeting in Kabul took place a few days after Islamabad revealed the arrest of about a dozen suspects linked to the deadly March assault on Chinese civilians. Pakistan stated that an Afghan national executed the bombing, with support from handlers in Afghanistan. The Chinese victims were working on…
Author: Khanzada Gul
Pakistan Urges Afghanistan to Hand Over TTP Militants. Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has called on the Afghan interim government to hand over Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants. These militants were involved in a suicide attack that killed five Chinese nationals and their driver in Pakistan’s northwest in March. China’s Strategic Investments Under Threat China is a major ally and investor in Pakistan. However, both separatists and militants have targeted Chinese projects and personnel in recent years. The deadly suicide attack on March 26 targeted Chinese workers on their way to the Dasu hydropower project in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This project is…
Elimination of Israel is possible, claims Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In a meeting with Hamas’ top leader, Ismail Haniyeh, Khamenei emphasized this point. He cited a Quranic verse, saying, “How a small group defeated a large group, by Allah’s will.” He suggested that small groups have defeated larger forces like America, NATO, and Britain, hinting that Israel’s future elimination is achievable. Haniyeh was in Tehran for the funeral of Iran’s late President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian. Both died in a helicopter crash with six others. Haniyeh offered condolences and expressed solidarity with Iran. Also present…
The drone war in Afghanistan is a key part of the US strategy against terrorism. This approach has been functional but faces significant limitations. In 2022, the US successfully targeted the leader of Al-Qaeda in Kabul using drones. This shows that the US can still carry out precise strikes in Afghanistan. However, the question remains whether this capability is enough to monitor and eliminate the increasing threats from the region. Dr. Asfandiar Mir of the US Institute of Peace highlights that while the drone war in Afghanistan is ongoing, it is constrained. The absence of US bases in Afghanistan, Pakistan,…
Drug seizure operations by Pakistan Coast Guards led to the recovery of narcotics worth $34.241 million in Balochistan. On Saturday, the Coast Guards conducted two separate drug seizure operations in Pasni and Uthal. They seized a huge quantity of drugs. In Pasni, they found 187 bags of narcotics. The drugs weighed over 2,000 kilograms and had an international market value of $34.241 million. This massive drug seizure marked a significant success for the Coast Guards. Another drug seizure took place at the Uthal check post. The Coast Guards intercepted a bus traveling from Quetta to Karachi. They recovered 3,595 kilograms…
Mental illness in Afghanistan is a growing crisis, particularly affecting women. According to a United Nations report, the mental health department at Herat regional hospital has seen a surge in women suffering from psychological disorders. Nearly eighty percent of those seeking treatment for depression are women and girls. The hospital sees 100 patients daily, most of whom are women. “Every day, 100 people come for treatment, and more than two-thirds of them are women,” said a doctor from the Association of Clinical Psychologists in Herat. Due to security concerns, the doctor wished to remain anonymous. In just one month, almost…
Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican figure and staunch supporter of Israel, has stirred controversy by suggesting that Israel should be furnished with nuclear weapons to bring a decisive end to the ongoing conflict with Hamas. Drawing parallels to historical events, Graham emphasized the necessity of empowering Israel with the tools it deems essential for its survival. During a recent interview on NBC News, Graham likened the situation to World War II, citing the US decision to drop nuclear bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki as a precedent for ending existential threat wars. He asserted that just as America resorted to…
The United States and Pakistan Enhance Counterterrorism Cooperation. Both countries reinforce their collaboration to combat terrorism focusing on the Afghan-Based IS and TTP. In a pivotal move to address the escalating threat posed by terrorist organizations, the United States and Pakistan have bolstered their partnership, focusing on combating groups like the Afghan-based IS and TTP. Following their latest round of counterterrorism talks, both nations affirmed their commitment to intensify collaboration against entities such as the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and the Afghan-based Islamic State affiliate. The joint statement issued by Washington and Islamabad on Monday highlighted the significance of the May…
Afghanistan International TV (AITV), based in London, finds itself in the crosshairs of Taliban scrutiny. The militant group has issued a stern warning to journalists and experts, cautioning against any association with the network, labeling it a potential crime. This move marks a significant escalation as it’s the first time the Taliban have targeted a specific media outlet. The Taliban-controlled Ministry of Information and Culture alleges professional misconduct and ethical breaches on the part of Afghanistan International TV . Spokesperson Habib Ghofran cited numerous reasons, including accusations of misinformation and undermining the ruling system. According to deputy minister Zia ul…
“Terrorist Sanctuaries in Afghanistan” became the focal point of Pakistan’s accusations against Afghanistan during a recent press conference by the DG ISPR. Major-General Ahmed Sharif, speaking on behalf of Pakistan’s military, pinned the blame for recent militant attacks, including a devastating suicide car bombing targeting Chinese engineers, on these alleged sanctuaries across the border. According to GEn Sharif, Afghanistan’s Taliban government has repeatedly failed to curb the use of its soil for orchestrating cross-border terrorism. Despite diplomatic efforts and sharing what Pakistan claims to be solid evidence, the Taliban administration has not taken adequate measures to prevent such attacks. The…