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| Direct Translation via Google Translate. Edited. by Kirill Semeov
“There are problems in Afghanistan, they are undeniable, everyone is well aware of them. The question of how to build relationships with the current government is another question. But we have to build it somehow, these are the people who control the country, control the territory of the country. They are the power in Afghanistan today,” the Russian President said. A day earlier, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov also made it clear that Russia is going to remove the Taliban from the list of terrorists, on which it is still included. “Kazakhstan recently made a decision, which we are also going to make, to remove them from the list of terrorist organizations. Moreover, the UN Security Council did not declare the Taliban as a terrorist organization.
Initially, the Taliban came under international sanctions and were included in terrorist lists not so much because of their own actions, but because of their support for other terrorist organizations. For example, Al-Qaeda, whose representatives received asylum in Afghanistan.
The Taliban, unlike Al-Qaeda and ISIS, have never advocated the dismantling of the world order and “global jihad.”
At the moment, it has also become obvious that all concerns about the hypothetical expansion of the Taliban into neighboring countries have remained at the level of speculation and speculation. The Taliban movement has demonstrated in practice that it intends to build good neighborly relations with all its neighbors.
As political scientist and orientalist Mir-Ali Askerov, who recently returned from Afghanistan, told IA Regnum, “there has never been a situation in which, when you say that you are from Russia, it causes some kind of negativity, that is, it either causes at least something neutral, positive, or strictly positive attitude. The Afghans express their gratitude for the fact that you visited their country and, in general, offer their help there in every possible way.”
As Russian officials have rightly noted, the Taliban are making good progress in nation-building. Although the country has serious economic problems and terrorist groups continue to operate, the risk of political and economic collapse is assessed as minimal, and the country has also managed to overcome crime and make the lives of citizens safer. According to Askerov, the crime situation has become much better than during the reign of Ashraf Ghani and the Americans, and during that period he also had the opportunity to visit Afghanistan. “ You can now walk around Kabul at night, during the day, at any time of the day and in any area, it is absolutely safe. The only problem is pickpockets, but this is only a problem of large markets,” said the orientalist.
“Of course, there are many guards and checkpoints in the city, but they do not create the impression of a police state, as during the American presence with rough searches and searches of everyone. On the streets you can also see employees of the ministry of “commanding what is good and prohibiting what is bad” (morality police), but they act unobtrusively, politely and rather try to explain or explain something rather than prohibit and detain, so this does not cause any rejection or conflicts,” Askerov noted.
“The population perceives current changes positively and looks to the future with hope. But, of course, Afghans live poorly, and even the wealthiest live very modestly by our standards; economic problems have not gone away.” Nevertheless, the Taliban still managed to somewhat stabilize the economy. Afghanistan's foreign trade fell after they seized power. However, despite the decline in imports, most of the country's income now comes from taxes. As experts note, the Afghan economy is no longer in a state of free fall and appears to be frozen in a precarious balance, albeit at the lowest level. Modest positive trends include lower inflation, exchange rate stability, some recovery in imports, a more than doubling of exports,
Of course, the problem of Afghan drug trafficking remains.
Thus, according to a 2023 UN report, poppy cultivation in southern Afghanistan fell by more than 80% as a result of Taliban campaigns to stop its use in opium production. For example, the decline in poppy cultivation in Helmand province has dropped by 99%. In November 2023, a UN report found that throughout Afghanistan, poppy cultivation had fallen by more than 95%, depriving the country of its status as the world's largest opium producer.
"RED TROOPS" An important factor in recognizing the Taliban and removing terrorist labels from the movement is its success in suppressing the activity and presence of international terrorist organizations such as ISIS and al-Qaeda in Afghanistan. It is significant that the Americans, who spent 20 years trying to eradicate the brainchild of Osama bin Laden in Afghanistan, were forced to recognize this success. But as soon as they left, the Taliban themselves solved this problem. In particular, as Christy Abizaid, director of the US National Counterterrorism Center, stated on September 11, 2023, "al-Qaeda is in its historic decline in Afghanistan and Pakistan and its resurgence is unlikely." She also cited declassified data that the group had "lost access to targets, leadership talent, group cohesion, grassroots commitment, and supportive local environment." She said the terrorist organization's ability to threaten from Afghanistan " is at its lowest level" since it moved there in 1998. The Taliban were also able to suppress the activity of ISIS and its local affiliate ISIS-K in Afghanistan.
Their activities were dealt a blow, and activity over the past year has decreased significantly, which was noted in the relevant reports of international structures. It is noted that the Taliban were able to conduct a successful campaign against ISIS-X and eliminated most of the sleeper cells that were ready to continue terrorist attacks in Afghan cities. After a surge in the number of terrorist attacks in the first months after the Taliban came to power, their number begins to decline as a result of counter-terrorism measures by the IEA security structures. In particular, in 2022–2023. the number of terrorist attacks and other attacks by ISIS-X has decreased significantly. If in the first year of Taliban rule (2021-2022) there were 314 attacks and assaults, then in 2022-2023. only 69 - that is, less than during any period of activity of the group in Afghanistan since its inception. The Taliban’s fight against ISIS is systematic and consistent; for this purpose, special counter-terrorism forces have been created in Afghanistan that can effectively counter it. This counter-terrorism unit is called "Red Squad", or "Sara Kheta" in Pashto.
It was the “Red Detachments” that defeated the ISIS in the province of Nangarhar, which was a stronghold of terrorists. After which part of the “Red Detachment” battalions was transferred to the province of Kunar, which was soon also cleared of ISIS militants. Of course, it is too early to talk about a complete victory over ISIS in Afghanistan. But a significant decrease in terrorist activity allows the Taliban movement to establish economic ties with foreign partners and organize business trips to this country. Therefore, Russia, acting proactively, can economically enter Afghanistan before others, officially recognizing the Taliban movement as the legitimate Afghan government. Before this, there were many factors that forced our entrepreneurs to act with caution in Afghanistan, including the fear of persecution for justifying and financing terrorism. By removing the Taliban from the terrorist lists, Moscow can speed up the implementation of economic projects in Afghanistan and begin absolutely legal, not “gray” investments. Related: US National Counterterrorism Center: 2017-09-01 Spain admits receiving Barcelona attack warning US National Counterterrorism Center: 2015-05-19 Zarif: US not Seriously Willing to Fight ISIL US National Counterterrorism Center: 2013-11-02 Pakistani Taliban chief Hakimullah Mehsud killed in drone attack Related: Badri 313: 2023-10-30 CTD nabs 10 members of banned outfits across Punjab Badri 313: 2022-01-13 Taliban Defense Minister Threatens to Put 2,000 Jihad Suicide Bombers at Afghan Embassy in DC Badri 313: 2021-11-13 Kidnapped Balkh Child Still Held Since Last Year Related: Nangarhar: 2024-02-25 Resurgent al-Qaida training camps latest black eye from Biden Afghanistan withdrawal Nangarhar: 2023-09-24 Daily Evacuation Brief September 24, 2023 Nangarhar: 2023-09-20 Over 100 Afghan Security Outposts Built Along Durand Line Related: Kunar: 2024-03-26 Between ISIS and Ukraine. What does the handwriting of the terrorist attack at Crocus say? Kunar: 2024-02-25 Resurgent al-Qaida training camps latest black eye from Biden Afghanistan withdrawal Kunar: 2024-01-04 Ex-MNA Mohsin Dawar survives gun attack in North Waziristan | ||||||||||||||||||
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| Two soldiers, including captain, martyred in Peshawar IBO: ISPR |
| 2024-05-27 |
[GEO.TV] Two soldiers, including a captain of the Pakistain Army, embraced martyrdom during an intelligence based operation conducted by the security forces in Beautiful Downtown Peshawar ...capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, administrative and economic hub for the Federally Administered Tribal Areas of Pakistan. Peshawar is situated near the eastern end of the Khyber Pass, convenient to the Pak-Afghan border. Peshawar has evolved into one of Pakistain's most ethnically and linguistically diverse cities, which means lots of gunfire...district’s Hassan Khel area on Sunday, said the military’s media wing in a statement. A statement issued by the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that the operation was launched on the "reported presence of terrorists" in the area. It added, during the operation, the troops "effectively engaged" with the gunnies and killed five of them while injuring three others. "However, if you can't be a good example, then you'll just have to be a horrible warning... during intense exchange of fire, leading his troops from the front, Captain Hussain Jahangir (age: 25 years, resident of Rahim Yar Khan District) along with another brave son of soil, Havildar Shafiq Ullah (age: 36 years, resident of District Karak), having fought gallantly, made the ultimate sacrifice and embraced Shahadat," said the ISPR. The military’s media wing said that sanitisation operation is being carried out in the area to eliminate any remaining terrorists. "Security forces of Pakistain are determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of our brave soldiers further strengthen our resolve," said the ISPR. At least 92% of all fatalities and 86% of attacks, including those related to terrorism and security forces operations, were recorded in the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan ...the Pak province bordering Kandahar and Uruzgun provinces in Afghanistan and Sistan Baluchistan in Iran. Its native Baloch propulation is being displaced by Pashtuns and Punjabis and they aren't happy about it... provinces in the first quarter of 2024. These key findings were revealed in the Q1 2024 Security Report issued by Centre for Research and Security Studies (CRSS), detailing that the country witnessed at least 432 violence-linked fatalities and 370 injuries among civilians, security personnel and outlaws resulting from as many as 245 incidents of terror attacks and counter-terror operations. Among the 432 fatalities, 281 included that of civilians and security forces Related: Peshawar: 2024-05-24 Inmate 'gang raped' in Rawalpindi's Adiala jail Peshawar: 2024-05-23 Surfacing after months, PTI's Hammad Azhar escapes police arrest in Islamabad Peshawar: 2024-05-10 Pakistan rejects US religious freedom report 'based on faulty assumptions' Related: Hassan Khel: 2022-10-05 Pakistan Army kills 7 terrorists in separate KP operations Hassan Khel: 2022-06-06 7 terrorists killed in North Waziristan, Bannu IBOs: ISPRNaveed Siddiqui Hassan Khel: 2022-03-29 Security forces kill 4 terrorists in North Waziristan IBO: ISPR |
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| Militants blow up another girls' school in South Qazoo |
| 2024-05-19 |
[GEO.TV] In yet another blow to girls' education in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa amid the ongoing wave of terrorism, murderous Moslems have bombed a portion of a girls' school in the Wana tehsil of South  Wazoo, The News reported on Saturday.The country's north-western region has remained gripped by terror attacks since mid-2021, impacting several girls' schools in districts across KP. The Sofia Noor School — established with support from Wana Welfare Association for the girls of the remote and underdeveloped district a few weeks back — was blown up on Friday, within eight days of a school destroyed in the southern districts. The Islamia Girls School was bombed in Sheva town of North Waziristan on May 9. However, a hangover is the wrath of grapes... no casualty was reported in the kaboom. The blast on the school has triggered fear among residents of the province, who continue to witness attacks on educational institutions almost on a daily basis for years now. According to The News, construction in some blocks of the school was continuing. As per reports, the blast damaged a portion of the building at around 3am, but no casualty was reported. Some social media reports also claimed that the school's administration had received letters for extortion. Locals, however, have categorically denied it. "Those who attacked the school want to keep the people of Waziristan deprived of education and development. However, a hangover is the wrath of grapes... this will not discourage us and we will continue to educate the new generation," said Wana Welfare Association spokesperson to AFP. |
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| Iranian oil smuggling into Pakistan exposes official terrorist-ties | ||
| 2024-05-17 | ||
| [Jpost] Pakistan's intelligence agencies have disclosed in their joint report a notable surge in the smuggling of Iranian oil within the country. The report, submitted to the Ministry of Petroleum on Thursday, sheds light on the alarming escalation of this illicit activity. “There was a significant reduction in this illegal trade during the caretaker government, but after the recent general elections (held in February 2024), illegitimate trade has now escalated by a staggering 67%,” the report stated. A troubling connection between militant groups in the country’s southwestern Balochistan province and the profits generated from oil smuggling was also revealed in the report. It suggests that banned Baloch-armed organizations operating in the restive region, including the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) and Baloch Liberation Front (BLF), are directly involved in this unlawful oil trade. According to the report, Balochistan’s thriving underground smuggling operation spans six land and sea routes across five districts. An estimated 90,000 liters of Iranian oil are smuggled daily, and around 70% of this oil makes its way to consumption hubs in Pakistan’s three other major provinces. SMUGGLING AND THE ECONOMIC FALLOUT The report states that “2.8 billion liters of Iranian oil, including diesel and petrol, are smuggled into Pakistan annually. This rampant smuggling has resulted in a staggering loss of at least 227 billion rupees [an estimated $816 million] to the national treasury.”
“Predominantly, individuals from terrorism-affected areas in southern Balochistan are engaged in this trade, primarily due to limited economic prospects in the region,” it further stated. The 44-page report, prepared by intelligence operatives, exposes the involvement of numerous high-profile figures in this smuggling ring. Among those implicated are sitting members of the Balochistan Assembly, former provincial ministers, and influential politicians. The report identified one hundred and five smugglers who play pivotal roles in facilitating the illegal trade, coming from 14 districts in Balochistan, including the provincial capital, Quetta. It also identified 100 corrupt officials across the country who are said to be involved in oil smuggling. Additionally, the report highlights the complicity of 533 petrol pumps operating without proper licenses, actively participating in the sale of contraband Iranian oil. Emphasized in the report is the urgent need for immediate, though non-specific, measures to combat the multiple threats the country faces because of this Iranian oil smuggling operation. These threats include revenue loss, depletion of foreign exchange reserves, and damage to the state's reputation. The illicit trade of oil in Pakistan's Balochistan province is not new; it has existed for several decades already. Iranian oil smuggling predominantly occurs within the Baloch belt, characterized by challenging mountain ranges, uninhabited deserts, and a lack of industries or economic opportunities for its residents. The districts identified by intelligence agencies as prone to smuggling Iranian oil are situated within the same belt. Consequently, the sole source of employment for the local population revolves around the illegal oil trade. According to official records, Mashkel, a desert expanse along the Pakistan-Iran border, is home to around 60,000 individuals. In this town, two to three people per household are involved in the oil smuggling trade. This makes a complete operation shutdown challenging, as the government lacks alternative solutions. Despite repeated promises and assurances from the Pakistani government to crack down on this smuggling and illegal trade within the borders, the efforts thus far have proven ineffective in curbing this nefarious activity. Malik Siraj Akbar, an ethnic Baloch and Washington-based expert on Balochistan issues, told The Media Line that “amid a backdrop of deprivation and underdevelopment in the Baloch regions, Baloch militants on both sides of the border have exploited these grievances to further their agendas. They attribute the backwardness of their areas and the creation of hostile environments to the central governments of both countries.” Akbar highlighted the significant support garnered by insurgent groups among the local populace, noting that “this support often surpasses that received by the Iranian and Pakistani national armies.” He pointed out that “both nations have responded by ramping up security measures and enhancing cooperation to combat the Baloch insurgents.” However, Akbar cautioned that such crackdowns might incentivize militants to seek alternative funding sources for their movements. He also emphasized that the Baloch insurgency extends its impact far beyond the immediate border regions, “potentially destabilizing the broader geopolitical landscape. This situation creates opportunities for external actors to exploit vulnerabilities within the affected countries, thereby complicating efforts to establish lasting peace and security in the region.” Expanding on this point, Akbar said that “the persistent insurgency in the Baloch regions poses significant challenges to regional security and stability. The ongoing unrest disrupts the socio-economic fabric of the affected areas and heightens tensions between neighboring countries.” He elaborated that “the intricate interplay of socio-economic dynamics, political interests, and security concerns adds complexity to resolving the Baloch insurgency issue.” Dr. Dost Barrech, a geostrategic analyst who teaches international relations at the University of Balochistan, told The Media Line, “The Iranian oil trade is a lifeline for 50% of the population in the Baloch belt. Enforcing a crackdown could plunge these individuals into uncertainty. With a lack of alternative skills or education, they would face the grim prospect of unemployment and financial hardship.” He underscored the “necessity for comprehensive policymaking considering the region's complex economic and social dynamics. Investment in education and skills training programs could offer alternative avenues for livelihood, reducing dependence on a single industry.” Barrech also said that if terrorists are involved in this illegal trade, “then this issue is a question mark for our security operatives.” Emphasizing the importance of China's massive $400 billion investment in Iran,
Barrech proposed that the government “legitimize the trade of Iranian oil to bolster the economy and facilitate the development of underdeveloped regions.” He argued that this approach would foster economic growth and uplift disadvantaged areas. “The trade of Iranian oil, often labeled as smuggling, has been a subject of prolonged discussion due to its detrimental effects on the Pakistani economy and its alleged support for Baloch armed resistance,” Hazar Khan Baloch, a Quetta-based political analyst who closely monitors border issues, told The Media Line. “However, despite widespread acknowledgment of these issues, there has been a lack of concrete action plans to address the situation,” he added. Baloch claimed that “the primary obstacle to implementing effective measures against this trade is the involvement of various stakeholders, including politicians and border guards. This complex web of interests often leads to a resumption of the smuggling process after temporary disruptions.” He further asserted that the trade in Iranian oil is a significant source of employment, particularly for residents of Balochistan's border areas. “The resurgence of Iranian oil smuggling poses significant challenges for law enforcement agencies in Pakistan. It undermines national security and fuels corruption and illicit financial flows,” he claimed. "The involvement of government officials and politicians in this disgraceful business also contributes to a culture of impunity, where criminal elements thrive at the expense of law-abiding citizens,” Baloch added. “As authorities grapple with this pressing issue, urgent measures are required to dismantle the intricate networks perpetuating this illegal trade and safeguarding the country's interests,” he concluded. Qiamuddin Agha, president of the Balochistan Petroleum Dealers Association, expressed concerns about the impact of the Iranian petroleum smuggling on legal petrol pumps. “While Iranian oil is undercutting our legitimate business, there's also a human aspect to consider. Despite the losses, we continue to operate. When the Iranian oil supply diminishes, our sales increase,” he told The Media Line, emphasizing “the need for government policies that preserve employment opportunities and do not harm legal petrol sellers, especially considering the limited business opportunities in Balochistan.” To rejuvenate Pakistan’s national economy, leaders from both civil and military sectors came together in March to discuss and tackle the obstacles hindering financial growth in Pakistan, including smuggling, corruption, and criminal syndicates. The civil and military leadership attended a high-level meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, where strategies to address a range of illegal activities, such as the Iranian oil smuggling trade and criminal mafias, were carefully considered. Related: Baloch Liberation Army: 2024-02-03 24 terrorists killed in Mach, Kolpur during three-day long operations: ISPR Baloch Liberation Army: 2024-01-31 Nine terrorists including suicide bombers killed in Balochistan attacks Baloch Liberation Army: 2023-09-17 Two killed in operation in Khuzdar Related: Baloch Liberation Front: 2023-02-20 Pakistan Police arrest female suicide bomber in Balochistan Baloch Liberation Front: 2022-06-26 4 terrorists killed during intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan: ISPR Baloch Liberation Front: 2022-04-09 Two terrorists killed in operation, says ISPR Related: Iranian oil 05/10/2024 Malaysia ‘nicely' but firmly tells US off about sanctions against Iran Iranian oil 03/31/2024 All 18 Filipinos on tanker seized by Iran released, Manila says Iranian oil 03/07/2024 Tasnim: Iranian court confiscates oil from Advantage Sweet tanker en route to US | ||
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| Terrorists involved in sessions judge abduction gunned down |
| 2024-05-03 |
[GEO.TV] Terrorists involved in the recent abduction of district and sessions judge of South .png "Wazoo") Wazoo have been killed during a joint intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s Tank district, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Thursday.District and Sessions Judge Shakirullah Marwat on Monday was recovered safely a day after he was kidnapped by gunnies near the border area of Tank and Dera Ismail Khan ... the Pearl of Pashtunistan ... in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa. The police said that security forces conducted an operation in the Kulachi area of DI Khan last night which made the judge's safe recovery possible. They had said that Judge Marwat was completely fine at the moment. The judge was kidnapped by gunnies from a village named Bagwal in the border area between Tank and DI Khan. In a statement today, the military’s media wing said security forces on May 2 (today) conducted a joint IBO in the Tank district on the reported presence of the terrorists. "During the conduct of the operation, after intense fire exchange, three Lions of Islam were successfully neutralised and sent to hell," the statement added. The ISPR identified the Lions of Islam as ringleader Azmat alias Azmati, ringleader Karamat alias Hanzla and Rehan. "The killed Lions of Islam remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities in the area including [the] recent abduction of District and Sessions Judge of South Waziristan District," read the statement. The security forces remain determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism from the country, the ISPR added. Related: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa: 2024-04-30 In explosive NA speech, JUI-F chief Maulana Fazl backs PTI's political rights Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa: 2024-04-29 Terrorists involved in target killing, extortion shot dead in DI Khan Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa: 2024-04-28 Sessions judge kidnapped by armed men near Tank-DI Khan border Related: Tank: 2024-05-01 Current information on the situation on the front line: April 30 (updated) Tank: 2024-04-29 Current information on the situation on the front line: April 28 (updated) Tank: 2024-04-28 Sessions judge kidnapped by armed men near Tank-DI Khan border Related: Inter-Services Public Relations: 2024-04-29 Terrorists involved in target killing, extortion shot dead in DI Khan Inter-Services Public Relations: 2024-04-26 Ringleaders among 3 terrorists killed in Khyber Inter-Services Public Relations: 2024-04-24 Security forces kill three terrorists in Pishin Related: Shakirullah Marwat 04/28/2024 Sessions judge kidnapped by armed men near Tank-DI Khan border Related: Dera Ismail Khan: 2024-04-29 Terrorists involved in target killing, extortion shot dead in DI Khan Dera Ismail Khan: 2024-04-28 Sessions judge kidnapped by armed men near Tank-DI Khan border Dera Ismail Khan: 2024-04-26 Ringleaders among 3 terrorists killed in Khyber Related: Rehan 02/02/2024 One killed, several injured as multiple explosions reported in Balochistan Rehan 02/01/2024 Violence mars electioneering activities as multiple blasts target Balochistan Rehan 08/20/2023 11 killed in North Waziristan terrorist attack |
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| Sessions judge kidnapped by armed men near Tank-DI Khan border |
| 2024-04-28 |
| [GEO.TV] District and Sessions Judge Shakirullah Marwat posted in South Waziristan was kidnapped by armed men near border area of Tank and Dera Ismail Khan in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, police said on Saturday. DI Khan Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mohammad Adnan confirmed the incident, which took place in a village named Bagwal in the border area between Tank and DI Khan when the sessions judge was on his way back to DI Khan, returning from duty. He said that the abductors left the judge's car and driver on the spot. Police said that no one has claimed the responsibility of the judge's abduction. Reacting to the unfortunate incident, Pakistain Peoples Party (PPP) Central Information Secretary Faisal Karim Kundi expressed concern and grief over the matter. He called on KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur to explain the reason of his "non-seriousness" in the establishment of peace in the province. "[The] CM should tell why isn't he serious about establishment of peace and why are Kundi said that the reports of the judge's abduction has given rise to sense of insecurity among the masses. He then prayed for the safe recovery of the judge. Taking notice of the matter, KP CM Gandapur issued directives for safe recovery of the abducted judge. He said that emergency measures should be taken for Marwat's recovery and all available resources should be utilised for the task. Gandapur condemned the incident, saying that elements involved in the kidnapping cannot escape justice. Related: South Waziristan: 2024-04-24 Terrorists involved in attacks on Customs officials killed in DI Khan operation South Waziristan: 2024-04-22 Two Customs officials gunned down in another DI Khan attack South Waziristan: 2024-04-18 Security forces kill seven terrorists trying to infiltrate Pak-Afghan border in North Waziristan Related: Tank: 2024-04-26 Russian Perspective: Russian Defence Ministry report on the progress of the special military operation (25 April 2024) Tank: 2024-04-25 Russian Perspective: Russian Defence Ministry report on the progress of the special military operation (24 April 2024) Tank: 2024-04-24 Terrorists involved in attacks on Customs officials killed in DI Khan operation Related: Dera Ismail Khan: 2024-04-26 Ringleaders among 3 terrorists killed in Khyber Dera Ismail Khan: 2024-04-24 Security forces kill three terrorists in Pishin Dera Ismail Khan: 2024-04-24 Terrorists involved in attacks on Customs officials killed in DI Khan operation Related: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa: 2024-04-26 Ringleaders among 3 terrorists killed in Khyber Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa: 2024-04-24 Security forces kill three terrorists in Pishin Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa: 2024-04-24 Terrorists involved in attacks on Customs officials killed in DI Khan operation Related: Faisal Karim Kundi 08/20/2013 Fazl warns of protest against potential delay in D I Khan/Tank by-pollFaisal Karim Kundi 12/19/2012 Punjab banned outfits in contact with Uzbek militants, NA toldFaisal Karim Kundi 10/14/2011 MQM, PML-N in parliamentary pie fight Related: Ali Amin Gandapur 04/19/2024 Five Customs officials gunned down in DI Khan Ali Amin Gandapur 04/09/2023 Islamabad police take PTI's Gandapur into custody from DI Khan Ali Amin Gandapur 03/20/2023 Terror case registered against PTI workers for vandalism at judicial complex |
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| Ringleaders among 3 terrorists killed in Khyber |
| 2024-04-26 |
 [GEO.TV] Intensifying actions to eliminate the menace of terrorism in the country, security forces killed three murderous Moslems including two ringleaders Sohail aka Azmato and Haji Gul alias Zarkavi in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Khyber district, the military's media wing said on Thursday.The operation was conducted by the security forces on April 24-25 on the reported presence of gunnies in the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s tribal district, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement. Security forces eliminated three gunnies after intense exchange of fire, as well as busted their hideout during the operation, it added. The ISPR further said that weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the killed terrorists, who remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities in the area. "Locals of the area appreciated the operation. A sanitisation operation is being carried out to eliminate any other terrorist found in the area as security forces are determined to wipe out the menace of terrorism from the country," it concluded. MILITARY PAYS TRIBUTE TO MARTYRED CUSTOMS OFFICIALS Separately, the senior army commanders visited the families of eight martyred Customs’ officials who laid their lives in the line of duty in Dera Ismail Khan in two separate incidents that took place earlier this month. In due recognition of this selfless sacrifice in fight against illegal spectrum and as an expression of solidarity, the commanders met the families of the martyred officials at their homes to express condolences, pay tribute and pledge unfliching support on behalf of Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir. The families expressed their gratitude to the Pakistain Army for the support and respect. The military’s media wing said: "Shuhadas and Ghazis are our pride and their respect and honour is binding on each Pak. We must never forget that the peace and freedom we enjoy today is due to the ultimate sacrifices rendered by these brave sons of soil." "We as nation salute Shuhada families for sacrificing their loved ones for Pakistain," it concluded. Related: Khyber district: 2024-03-08 Terrorist ring leader among two militants killed in KP IBOs Khyber district: 2024-02-13 Two terrorists killed in Mardan IBO: ISPR Khyber district: 2024-02-12 'High-value target': Daesh commander eliminated in Khyber IBO, says ISPR Related: Inter-Services Public Relations: 2024-04-24 Security forces kill three terrorists in Pishin Inter-Services Public Relations: 2024-04-23 11 terrorists killed in DI Khan, North Waziristan operations Inter-Services Public Relations: 2024-04-18 Security forces kill seven terrorists trying to infiltrate Pak-Afghan border in North Waziristan Related: Dera Ismail Khan: 2024-04-24 Security forces kill three terrorists in Pishin Dera Ismail Khan: 2024-04-24 Terrorists involved in attacks on Customs officials killed in DI Khan operation Dera Ismail Khan: 2024-04-23 11 terrorists killed in DI Khan, North Waziristan operations Related: Syed Asim Munir 02-/11/2024 In shock result, allies of jailed ex-leader Khan win most seats in Pakistan election Syed Asim Munir 02-/06/2024 COAS says 'any aggression to be responded with full military might'Syed Asim Munir 01-/30/2024 Pakistan, Iran stress joint efforts to fight terrorism |
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| 11 terrorists killed in DI Khan, North Waziristan operations |
| 2024-04-23 |
| [GEO.TV] At least 11 bad boyz were potted in two separate operations in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s ... the Pearl of Pashtunistan... and North  Wazoo, a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Monday.According to the communique, the military’s media wing said the security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in DI Khan sanctuaries bases on the reported presence of terrorists. "During the conduct of the operation, after an intense fire exchange, 10 It also added that the killed "Arms and ammunition were also recovered from them," it added. In a separate operation, the security forces Locals of the area appreciated the operations of the security forces, who remain determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism from the country. Last week, the security forces killed seven Movement of a group of seven terrorists, trying to infiltrate the Pakistain-Afghanistan border, was detected by security forces in the general area Spinkai, Ghulam Khan, North Waziristan district, the ISPR had said. It said the infiltrators were surrounded, effectively engaged and after an intense fire exchange, all seven The ISPR had said Pakistain has consistently been asking the interim Afghan government to ensure effective border management on their side of the border. The interim Afghan government is expected to fulfil its obligations and prevent the use of Afghan soil by "The security forces of Pakistain are committed to securing its borders and eliminating the menace of terrorism from the country," the ISPR had said. As the KP continues to battle the scourge of terrorism, the province's Inspector General of Police (IGP) Akhtar Hayat Khan on April 11 said that as many as 88 |
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| Security forces kill seven terrorists trying to infiltrate Pak-Afghan border in North Waziristan |
| 2024-04-18 |
| [GEO.TV] Security forces have killed seven Death Eaters trying to infiltrate the Pakistain-Afghanistan border ...also known as Pashtunistan, home of ignorance, poverty, and automatic weapons... in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s North Wazoo district, the military’s media wing said on Wednesday. In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), said the security forces on April 16 (Tuesday) detected a movement of a group of seven "The infiltrators were surrounded, effectively engaged and after an intense fire exchange, all seven territories were sent to hell," it added. A large quantity of weapons, ammunition, and explosives was also recovered from the killed terrorists, the statement added. The statement highlighted that Pakistain has consistently been asking the Taliban  ...mindless ferocity in a turban...-led interim Afghan government to ensure effective border management on their side of the border. The military urged the interim rulers to fulfill their obligations and deny the use of Afghan soil by Death Eaters for perpetuating acts of terrorism against Pakistain. "Security forces of Pakistain are determined and remain committed to securing its borders and eliminating the menace of terrorism from the country," read the ISPR’s statement. Pakistain has time and again urged the Afghan authorities to take meaningful action against Death Eaters using the neighbouring country’s soil to launch attacks inside Pakistain. Last month, Pakistain carried out an intelligence-based anti-terrorist operation inside Afghanistan on, whose prime target was the Death Eaters belonging to Hafiz Gul Bahadur ...a member of the Madda Khel clan of the Uthmanzai Waziris. Educated in a Deobandi madrassa located in Multan, he is affiliated with the Jamaat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) political party. Upon the formation of the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in December 2007, he was announced as the group's overall naib amir under Baitullah Mehsud, who was based in South Wazoo, but has largely distanced himself from the TTP due to rivalries with the Mehsuds and disagreements about the TTP's attacks against the Pak state.. Group along with Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistain (TTP). Hafiz Gul Bahadur Group had earlier grabbed credit for the terrorist attack. "This group is responsible for multiple terrorist attacks inside Pakistain, resulting in death of hundreds of civilians and law-enforcement officials. The latest attack took place on 16 March 2024 at a security post in Mir Ali in North Waziristan and claimed the lives of seven Pak soldiers," said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on March 18 after over 13 hours after the operation. A day earlier, Pakistain Army’s top commanders were briefed on how terrorist groups operating from Afghanistan pose a threat to regional and global security, besides acting as proxies against Pakistain and its economic interests, especially the China-Pakistain Economic Corridor (CPEC). Related: Inter-Services Public Relations: 2024-04-10 Security forces kill two terrorists in South Waziristan IBO Inter-Services Public Relations: 2024-04-08 Law enforcers gun down two terrorists in North Wazoo Inter-Services Public Relations: 2024-04-07 Two terrorists neutralised in Panjgur Related: Spinkai: 2017-12-01 Roadside bomb kills 5 pro-govt fighters in South Waziristan Spinkai: 2017-07-24 Operation Khyber-IV: army clears terrorist strongholds in Rajgal valley Spinkai: 2013-05-13 Taliban expel agents of 33 candidates: Peaceful polling, good turnout in Fata Related: Ghulam Khan: 2023-02-14 Eight injured in blast near car carrying wounded ASI in North Waziristan Ghulam Khan: 2022-12-11 4 IS-K terrorists killed in joint operation near Pak-Afghan border: CTD Ghulam Khan: 2022-07-25 Agreement with Kabul reached to facilitate coal trade for power generation Related: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa: 2024-04-10 Security forces kill two terrorists in South Waziristan IBO Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa: 2024-04-08 Shangla attack: Report reveals vehicle carrying Chinese nationals was not bullet, bomb-proof Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa: 2024-04-08 Law enforcers gun down two terrorists in North Wazoo Related: Hafiz Gul Bahadur 03-/22/2024 Islamabad not seeking armed conflict with Kabul, says defence ministerHafiz Gul Bahadur 03-/19/2024 Pakistan hits TTP hideouts in border regions inside Afghanistan amid spike in terror attacksHafiz Gul Bahadur 11-/28/2023 Pakistan blames Afghan national for suicide bombing that killed two civilians |
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| Security forces kill two terrorists in South Waziristan IBO |
| 2024-04-10 |
| [GEO.TV] Security forces killed two hard boyz during an intelligence-based operation in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s South Wazoo district, the military’s media wing said on Wednesday. "On 09 April 24, security forces conducted an intelligence based operation in South Waziristan District," read a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). During the conduct of the operation, the ISPR said two hard boyz were successfully neutralised and "sent to hell" following an intense fire exchange. Weapons along with a large quantity of explosives were also recovered from the killed terrorists, who remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities in the area, it added. "Sanitisation operation is being conducted to eliminate any other terrorist found in the area as security forces of Pakistain are determined to wipe-out the menace of terrorism from the country." On Sunday, security forces killed two hard boyz during an exchange of fire that took place on the night of April 6 and 7 between the security forces and hard boyz in North Waziristan, as per the military's media wing. Similarly, security forces neutralised 10 hard boyz in two separate intelligence-base operations in KP's Dera Ismail Khan ... the Pearl of Pashtunistan ... and Panjgur district of Balochistan ...the Pak province bordering Kandahar and Uruzgun provinces in Afghanistan and Sistan Baluchistan in Iran. Its native Baloch propulation is being displaced by Pashtuns and Punjabis and they aren't happy about it... , the ISPR said in a statement on April 6. During the first quarter (Q1) of 2024, KP and Balochistan provinces accounted for over 92% of all fatalities and 86% of attacks (including incidents of terrorism and security forces operations), according to a The News report. These were the key findings of the Q1 2024 Security Report issued by Centre for Research and Security Studies (CRSS). Pakistain witnessed 432 violence-linked fatalities and 370 injuries among civilians, security personnel and outlaws resulting from as many as 245 incidents of terror attacks and counter-terror operations. This includes 281 fatalities among civilians and security forces personnel Individually, KP suffered 51% and Balochistan 41% of all fatalities in Q1, 2024. The data indicates that the remaining regions were relatively peaceful, suffering less than 8% of all fatalities. Related: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa: 2024-04-08 Shangla attack: Report reveals vehicle carrying Chinese nationals was not bullet, bomb-proof Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa: 2024-04-08 Law enforcers gun down two terrorists in North Wazoo Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa: 2024-04-07 DSP, gunman martyred in Lakki Marwat attack Related: South Waziristan: 2024-03-01 Six terrorists eliminated in North Waziristan operation: ISPR South Waziristan: 2024-02-12 'High-value target': Daesh commander eliminated in Khyber IBO, says ISPR South Waziristan: 2024-02-06 10 policemen martyred in DI Khan terrorist attack Related: Inter-Services Public Relations: 2024-04-08 Law enforcers gun down two terrorists in North Wazoo Inter-Services Public Relations: 2024-04-07 Two terrorists neutralised in Panjgur Inter-Services Public Relations: 2024-03-21 Two terrorists killed, as many injured in North Waziristan IBO Related: North Waziristan: 2024-04-08 Law enforcers gun down two terrorists in North Wazoo North Waziristan: 2024-03-22 Explosion rocks a New Kabul Bank branch in Kandahar, injuring 8 North Waziristan: 2024-03-21 Good Morning Related: Dera Ismail Khan: 2024-04-08 Law enforcers gun down two terrorists in North Wazoo Dera Ismail Khan: 2024-04-07 Two terrorists neutralised in Panjgur Dera Ismail Khan: 2024-03-08 Terrorist ring leader among two militants killed in KP IBOs Related: Panjgur: 2024-04-08 Law enforcers gun down two terrorists in North Wazoo Panjgur: 2024-04-07 Two terrorists neutralised in Panjgur Panjgur: 2024-01-17 Iran strikes Pakistan killing two children Related: Centre for Research and Security Studies: 2024-04-07 DSP, gunman martyred in Lakki Marwat attack Centre for Research and Security Studies: 2024-01-13 Security forces neutralise two terrorists in North Waziristan IBO Centre for Research and Security Studies: 2024-01-06 2 terrorists, including ‘high-value target’, killed in Tank operation: ISPR |
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