The Balochistan Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) on Thursday claimed that militant outfits were using the Balochistan Yakjehti Committee (BYC) as a platform to recruit and mobilise young people. The allegations came during a joint press conference addressed by CTD Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Aitzaz Goraya and Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Muhammad Hamza Shafqaat in Quetta. Read […]
MILITANCY
Watercolour Militancy
A monitoring organisation claims that, with or without Taliban cooperation, Al-Qaeda has “blended itself with the TTP.” The Taliban’s claim that terrorist organisations are not using Afghan territory for cross-border violence has been rejected by a United Nations Security Council report, which calls the claim “not credible” and warns that neighbouring states increasingly view Afghanistan […]
UN report highlights cross-border militant threats from TTP
UNITED NATIONS: A recent report submitted to the United Nations (UN) Security Council has stated that the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) continues to receive significant logistical and operational support from the Afghan Taliban. The findings raise serious concerns about Afghanistan’s role in regional security and cross-border militancy. Read More: TTP’s cross-border terror threatens Pakistan, warns UN […]
Madrassa blast in North Waziristan: 2 Dead, 8 injured
An explosion at a madrassa (religious school) in Mir Ali, North Waziristan, has resulted in the tragic deaths of two children and injuries to eight others. The blast occurred in the village of Isowri when children were playing. According to security sources, the explosion was caused by explosive materials left behind by militants, often referred […]
New wave of Bangladeshi recruits fighting for TTP concerns authorities
A growing number of young Bangladeshis have been found fighting for the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), raising concern among Bangladeshi authorities and security experts. At least four Bangladeshi nationals have reportedly been killed in Pakistan, while officials believe two dozen more are currently involved with militant groups. Read More: India’s Afghanistan Policy: A cause for apprehension […]
Balochistan cracks down as over 100 militants killed in three months
QUETTA: Security forces in Balochistan have intensified counterterrorism and anti-smuggling operations, killing more than 100 militants in the province’s northern belt over the past three months. Read More: 30 India-backed militants killed in KP terror purge Additional Chief Secretary for Home and Tribal Affairs Mohammad Hamza Shafqaat revealed the figures during a high-level meeting chaired by Chief […]
Five TTP militants killed in Khyber IBO
KHYBER: At least five militants linked to the outlawed Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) were killed during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Tirah valley of Khyber district, local sources reported on Monday. The operation, conducted late Saturday night, targeted a group of insurgents allegedly operating under local TTP commander Abuzar. Read More: Two TTP militants arrested in Karachi According […]
Khawaja Asif: Pakistan prepared to defend borders, even inside Afghanistan
Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif warned that any violation of the country’s borders will receive a strong response. He said Pakistan is prepared to act even inside Afghanistan if required. Asif made the remarks amid ongoing tensions along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border and recent clashes involving militant groups. He emphasized that Pakistan will protect its sovereignty […]
Punjab Traces TLP Chief Saad Rizvi to AJK After Muridke Crackdown
LAHORE — Punjab authorities claim to have located Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) chief Saad Rizvi and his brother Anas in Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK), after they reportedly fled following the Muridke crackdown. According to officials, Punjab police and other law enforcement agencies traced the duo’s movements after they were seen leaving the TLP protest camp […]
Pakistan Links Economic Stability to Security: Aurangzeb
WASHINGTON — Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that controlling militancy is essential for Pakistan’s financial stability. Speaking at the end of his week-long visit to Washington for the IMF and World Bank meetings, he noted that investors and global lenders repeatedly raised concerns about Pakistan’s security situation and its link to economic recovery. Federal […]