Pakistan’s security forces have killed 23 militants during a series of intelligence-based operations in different areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), according to the Inter-Services Public Relations. Read More: Security forces kill 13 militants in major KP intelligence operations The operations were carried out over the past 48 hours in North Waziristan, Spinwam and Bannu as part of Pakistan’s ongoing […]
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UN panel warns of terror groups exploiting AI and crypto
Experts at a United Nations (UN) panel hosted by Pakistan have warned that terrorist organisations are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI), encrypted communication tools, and digital (crypto) currencies to expand their reach and evade detection, marking a major shift in the global security landscape. Read More: PSCA, UN launch campaign against gender-based violence The discussion took place […]
CTD arrests 36 suspects in Punjab operations
LAHORE – The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) has conducted 366 intelligence-based operations (IBOs) across Punjab over the past month, resulting in the arrest of 36 suspected militants, officials said on Saturday. Read More: Punjab CTD arrests 26 terrorists in intelligence operation According to a CTD spokesperson, the operations were carried out in multiple cities, including Lahore, Kasur, Jhelum, […]
CTD kills BLA commander in Karachi operation
Authorities in Karachi have confirmed that a terrorist killed during a counter-terrorism operation was a senior commander of the banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA). The operation, carried out by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD), took place in Shah Latif Town on February 17. Read More: Six terrorists neutralized in KP CTD operation According to a CTD spokesperson, a […]
Terrorism, Counter Terrorism and Post Terrorism
Pakistan’s recent cross-border strikes were driven by necessity. The situation had reached a point where Pakistan could no longer rely on restraint as a response to continuing attacks planned and launched from sanctuaries across the Afghan border. With repeated assaults targeting Pakistani civilians and security personnel, there was no practical option left but to act. […]
Eight militants killed in Quetta CTD operation
QUETTA — Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) on Wednesday reported that eight armed militants were killed during a security operation in the Darakhshan area of Quetta. According to a CTD statement, the fatalities occurred during an exchange of fire, and three CTD personnel sustained injuries in the operation. Weapons and ammunition were recovered from the deceased, who […]
11 soldiers martyred in foiled Bajaur terrorist attack
RAWALPINDI – 11 Pakistani soldiers were martyred and 12 militants killed after a terrorist attack targeted a joint security forces check post in Bajaur on 16 February 2026, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed. Read More: Two military officers among 11 soldiers martyred in Orakzai According to the ISPR, the assailants, described as Indian-sponsored terrorists, attempted to […]
Khawaja Asif: Set aside politics, defeat terrorists
Islamabad: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Tuesday called for national unity against terrorism, urging political parties to set aside differences. He said defeating terrorism requires collective resolve and coordinated action. His remarks came amid heightened security concerns in the capital. Responding to questions about the Islamabad attack, Asif acknowledged that security breaches can occur. He […]
Field Marshal Asim Munir praises soldiers bravery, professionalism at PATS Competition
ISLAMABAD — Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir praises the “character, courage, and competence” of Pakistani soldiers during the ongoing fight against terrorism, the Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR) said on Tuesday. Read More: Field marshal Munir honoured by overseas Pakistanis in US for leadership The […]
Police officer martyred in Nowshera raid linked to Islamabad blast
PESHAWAR — A police officer was martyred and a constable injured during a raid in Nowshera’s Hakeemabad area, officials confirmed, as authorities continue operations against those involved in the deadly Islamabad imambargah suicide bombing. Read More: Two ‘terrorists’ killed, two cops martyred in Nowshera operation The late-night raid was conducted following leads on suspected facilitators of the Islamabad attack, in […]