In this episode of the program Ground Zero, aired on Khyber News, the host discusses Costs of War with the latest figures on indirect deaths resulting from these wars, emphasizing the significant toll they have taken on human lives. He highlights the staggering number of individuals who have lost their lives directly due to war violence, as well as the even larger number affected by the reverberating effects of war. Siyar also sheds light on the alarming statistics of civilian casualties, war refugees, and displaced persons, painting a vivid picture of the profound impact these conflicts have had on innocent…
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Connect AfPak is a thought-provoking program hosted by Syed Wiqas Shah. This show aims to delve into the developing stories of Afghanistan and Pakistan, shedding light on the challenges, opportunities, and crucial issues that shape the relations between these two neighboring countries. By providing a platform for dialogue and analysis, Connect AfPak seeks to foster understanding and promote constructive engagement in the region. This week’s episode: In this week’s episode, we had the privilege of hosting esteemed guest Rifatullah Orakzai, a renowned expert on regional affairs. Together, we explored a range of topics, engaging in insightful discussions that brought clarity…
Ground Zero, hosted by Siyar Ali Shah, is a weekly current affairs program that focuses on discussing and analyzing the pressing issues of terrorism, counter-terrorism efforts, and the state of security in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Balochistan. The program aims to provide a comprehensive platform for analyzing and understanding the evolving dynamics of terrorism in the region, particularly in relation to Pakistan and Afghanistan. In this particular episode, Siyar Ali Shah is joined by two distinguished guests: ~ Brig Said Nazir Mohmand (retd): A Defense and Security Analyst who specializes in FATA, Afghanistan, India, and Nuclear Issues. ~ Aqeel Yousafzai…
Connect AfPak aims to provide insightful discussions and analysis on the evolving stories and challenges surrounding Afghanistan and Pakistan, fostering understanding and constructive engagement in the region. Introduction: Welcome to Connect AfPak, a thought-provoking program hosted by Syed Wiqas Shah. In today’s episode, we have Rifatullah Orakzai, a multimedia freelance journalist with extensive experience in covering topics such as the Taliban, Afghanistan, militancy, and terrorism. With his expertise, we delve into the recent developments in Afghanistan and their implications for the region . Key Points Discussed : Significance of the Meeting ➤ The meeting between Qatar’s foreign minister, Sheikh Mohammed…
Ground Zero, hosted by Siyar Ali Shah, is a weekly current affairs program that focuses on discussing and analyzing the pressing issues of terrorism, counter-terrorism efforts, and the state of security in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Balochistan. The program aims to provide a comprehensive platform for analyzing and understanding the evolving dynamics of terrorism in the region, particularly in relation to Pakistan and Afghanistan. Key Points Discussed: The host explored the current state of the law and order situation in the country. He aimed to analyze the overall security environment and assess the effectiveness of measures taken to maintain law…
The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has announced its intention to relocate refugees settled alongside the Durand Line to other provinces within Afghanistan, according to an official statement on Sunday. Spokesman Zabiullah Mujahid stated that this move is aimed at providing assurance to Islamabad that these refugees are not involved in attacks against the Pakistani government. The Islamic Emirate’s plan involves transferring refugees from Khost and Kunar provinces, located on the Afghan side of the Durand Line, to more distant provinces. By doing so, they aim to distance the refugees from the border and demonstrate that they are not associated with…
According to a senior Taliban official on Thursday, international forces committed serious crimes during their 20-year-long war in Afghanistan. These remarks came after a former Australian soldier lost a defamation case over reports of allegedly killing Afghan civilians during their prolonged mission in Afghanistan. Bilal Karimi, a Taliban spokesperson, said that the incidents involved in the Australian court case were a small part of the many alleged crimes that took place and that they did not trust any court globally to follow them up. In 2018, Ben Roberts-Smith, a former member of the Australian Elite Special Air Service Regiment, sued…