Increase in Poppy Cultivation and Drug Trafficking Under Taliban Rule – Is Drug Money Funding Terrorism? Since the Taliban took power, Afghanistan has seen a significant rise in drug production and smuggling, posing serious security threats not only to Afghanistan but to the entire region. Afghanistan has become both a safe haven for terrorists and a global hub for illicit drug trade. Despite announcing a crackdown on drugs after assuming power in August 2021, the Taliban’s actions have told a different story. Afghanistan’s Role in the Global Drug Trade Afghanistan remains the world’s largest producer of opium, heroin, and crystal…
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After weeks of closure, the Torkham border—a crucial transit point between Pakistan and Afghanistan—is set to reopen today at 4 PM. The reopening will allow freight vehicles and patients in need of medical travel to cross the border, following successful negotiations between Pakistani and Afghan authorities. Gradual Restoration of Cross-Border Movement According to official sources, while the border is being reopened for essential travel and trade, regular passenger movement will resume once the IT system is fully restored. This phased approach ensures a smooth transition while addressing operational and security concerns. Conflict and Resolution The border remained closed for 26…
The sound of gunfire fades, but its echoes linger. A funeral procession moves slowly through the streets, mourners walking in silence, their eyes heavy with grief. Another brave soldier has been laid to rest. Another scholar, assassinated in cold blood. Another innocent life lost to an enemy that thrives on chaos. Yet, as the nation mourns, the same cycle repeats. Statements of condemnation flood in from officials, vows of revenge are made, and for a brief moment, there is outrage. But soon, the urgency fades, and life returns to normal until the next tragedy forces us to pause once again.…
The earth drinks the blood of scholars once again. Another man of knowledge silenced. Another guardian of faith gunned down near a mosque. This time, it is Mufti Shakirullah. Before him, it was Maulana Hamid-ul-Haq in Akora Khattak. And before that, countless others. The murderers are known. Their ideology is infamous. Yet, they continue to exist, to spread, to kill. Who are these people? The Khawarij outcasts of Islam, extremists who distort religion to serve their thirst for blood and power. They claim to uphold faith, but their hands are stained with the blood of those who teach it. They…
The driver of the Jaffer Express, which was hijacked by militants from the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), has provided a chilling account of the attack, while survivors have commended the military for their daring rescue operation. A Night of Terror on the Jaffer Express On March 11, 2025, the Jaffer Express, carrying 440 passengers from Quetta to Peshawar, was violently ambushed in the rugged Bolan region of Balochistan. The attackers detonated an explosive under the train’s engine, causing several bogies to derail before launching their assault. “As soon as the train stopped, BLA terrorists opened fire,” recalled Amjad, the train’s…
Following the devastating terrorist attack on the Jaffer Express in Balochistan’s Bolan region, leaders from both the government and opposition have emphasized the need for national unity to combat terrorism. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in a meeting with political leaders in Quetta, underscored the importance of collective solidarity to support the armed forces in their fight against extremism. A Brutal Attack and a Swift Military Response On Tuesday, militants from the outlawed Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) targeted the Jaffer Express, detonating explosives on the railway tracks before taking around 440 passengers hostage in a remote mountain pass. Security forces swiftly…
RAWALPINDI: Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR), Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif, has unveiled key details about the Jaffer Express attack, shedding light on the challenges security forces faced in their operation against the terrorists. During a joint press conference with Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti on Friday, Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif disclosed that terrorists ambushed the train in a rugged, remote mountainous region where there was no mobile network coverage, complicating the security forces’ response. He confirmed that an FC (Frontier Corps) post was situated nearby and that three FC personnel were martyred in the initial assault. A Harrowing…
In a significant move to strengthen the national economy, the Pakistani government has approved 28 major projects worth billions of dollars under the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). These projects are set to attract substantial foreign investment, paving the way for economic stability and growth. To ensure maximum participation, the government has decided to extend investment invitations to 23 countries, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Bahrain. Special focus is being placed on attracting Gulf nations to invest in key sectors. Major Projects Open for Investment The government is actively considering offering several strategic projects for foreign…
Pakistan’s government has reaffirmed its decision to expel illegal immigrants, foreign nationals, and Afghan Citizen Card (ACC) holders residing in the country without proper documentation. With only 18 days remaining until the final deadline, individuals falling under this category must prepare to exit Pakistan before March 31, 2024. The authorities have made it clear that this policy is non-negotiable. Any foreign national or Afghan Citizen Card holder found staying beyond the deadline will face strict legal consequences, including arrest and deportation. The government has urged those affected to make the necessary arrangements for their departure before the specified date. Government…
The Pakistan Army has once again thwarted a cowardly terrorist attack in South Waziristan’s Jandola region. Ten militants responsible for the assault were eliminated in a swift and decisive operation by security forces. On March 13, 2025, at approximately 3:45 PM, a group of terrorists launched an attack on the Frontier Corps (FC) fort in Jandola. The attackers, including a suicide bomber driving an explosives-laden vehicle, attempted to breach the security of the military installation. However, FC personnel, displaying exceptional vigilance and bravery, identified the suspicious vehicle before it could reach its target. Acting swiftly, they neutralized the threat by…