Pakistan’s counter-terrorism gains came under renewed pressure following the Afghan Taliban’s return to power, the breakdown of ceasefires with the TTP, weaknesses in border management, militant regrouping, institutional shortcomings and domestic political instability. The article examines the factors behind the resurgence and proposes a more comprehensive counter-terrorism response. Pasted markdownRead More

Terrorism has evolved from conventional violence into a multidimensional threat involving cyber warfare, information manipulation, criminal networks and political instability. This article examines its changing manifestations and the revival and expansion of the TTP as a complex security challenge for Pakistan.Read More