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Express Tribune
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Indian proxies
Listen to article The extermination of 12 'Indian proxy' terrorists in a gunfight with security forces confirms the notion that external meddling is the order of the day. Delhi's vendetta against Islamabad is now clearly evident, which led the former to even opt for an aggression that culminated in its capitulation on the military and diplomatic fronts. The mushrooming of sleeper cells in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan testifies that the outlawed TTP and BLA are sponsored and funded by India, and that they are out to bleed the nation at the behest of their masters. That is why the intelligence-based operations conducted by armed forces have made deep inroads in the bordering provinces, and been able to unmask the cruel face of covert operators. This two-front war against Pakistan is a threat to its existence, and needs to be taken note of by the world community. The terrorist attack on a convoy in North Waziristan as well as the mopping operations in Lakki Marwat, Bannu and Turbat that our soldiers were driven to conduct are open-and-shut cases of Indian interference. It is relevant to note that terrorism has taken a spike since the change of regime in Afghanistan in 2021, and every effort has been made since then by Delhi to destabilise Pakistan by prompting disgruntled elements in the desolate province of Balochistan to gang up against the state of Pakistan. The arrest of Indian naval commander Kulbhushan Jadhav from Balochistan and his confession to arson and sabotage is a case in point. It is thus, no surprise, that Pakistan is ranked second in the Global Terrorism Index 2025, with the number of deaths in terrorist attacks rising by 45 per cent over the past year to 1,081. This violation of Pakistan's sovereignty by India is condemnable and must undergo retribution. From coercion and intimidation to firing missiles into Pakistan, apart from suspension of water inflow, India has tried all tools of state-centric terrorism. This game of thrones is leading to escalation, and pushing the region to the brink of a catastrophe. Will someone stand up to remind India of inter-state morals?
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First Post
25-04-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Four soldiers killed in blast in Pakistan's Balochistan, say police
A bomb blast has killed four soldiers and injured three persons in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province, according to the police read more At least four Pakistani soldiers have been in a blast in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province, according to the police. Four soldiers of Frontier Corps, a federal paramilitary force, were killed when an improvised explosive device (IED) exploded in Balochistan's capital Quetta, The Express Tribune quoted the police as saying. The police said that three soldiers were also injured in the explosion. For decades, Pakistan's Balochistan province has waged a self-determination movement against Pakistani rule. Those waging the movement say that Pakistan has unjustly occupied the province and has exploited its natural resources while doing nothing for the region's people. There are frequent reports of Pakistani forces' excesses in the region, with thousands reported dead or missing after being detained by the forces over the years. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD A large chunk of Pakistan's security related attacks are reported in Pakistan. Over the past year, deaths in such attacks in Pakistan have increased by 45 per cent, according to the Global Terrorism Index 2025. The explosion in Balochistan comes at a time when tensions between India and Pakistan are the highest in years and bilateral relations have practically been suspended in the wake of Pahalgam terrorist attacks. Pakistan-backed terrorists killed at least 26 people in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on Tuesday. Following the attack, India announced a slew of measures, such as downgrading diplomatic relations with Pakistan, cancelling all visas to Pakistanis, and putting the Indus Water Treaty in abeyance. Pakistan called the action regarding the Indus treaty an 'act of war' and announced that all bilateral agreements with India, including the Simla Agreement of 1972, stand suspended. Following the blast in Balochistan, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi called it a 'heinous conspiracy' aimed at destabilising Pakistan, according to The Tribune. 'These brave sons of the soil have made the ultimate sacrifice for peace in Balochistan. Their heroism and commitment will always be remembered with pride and gratitude,' said Naqvi.
Express Tribune
25-04-2025
- Express Tribune
Four FC personnel martyred in Quetta IED explosion
Listen to article Four personnel of the Frontier Corps (FC) were martyred and three others injured in an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion in the Margate area on the outskirts of Quetta, police said on Friday. The injured were transported to the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) Quetta for treatment. A heavy police presence was deployed to the site following the explosion, while bomb disposal personnel were called in to secure the area and check for any further threats. The martyred FC personnel were identified as Subedar Shahzad Amin, Naib Subedar Abbas, Sepoy Khalil, and Sepoy Zahid. The injured include Lance Naik Zafar, Lines Naik Farooq, and Sepoy Khurram Saleem. Security forces cordoned off the area and launched a search operation to locate those responsible for the attack. Pakistan was recently ranked second in the Global Terrorism Index 2025, with the number of terror-related deaths increasing by 45% over the past year to 1,081. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi strongly condemned the attack, describing it as a "heinous conspiracy" aimed at destabilising the country. He expressed condolences to the families of the martyred personnel and prayed for the swift recovery of the injured. 'These brave sons of the soil have made the ultimate sacrifice for peace in Balochistan. Their heroism and commitment will always be remembered with pride and gratitude,' the minister said.
Gulf Insider
12-04-2025
- Politics
- Gulf Insider
The Sahel: Emerging Center Of Global Islamism
The center of world terrorist activity and violent death is no longer the Middle East. The 'Sahel region of Africa is now the 'epicentre of global terrorism,'' responsible for 'over half of all terrorism-related deaths' worldwide, according to the respected Global Terrorism Index. The sub-Saharan Sahel is largely unknown to much of the world. It can be described as the large, mostly flat, strip, nearly 600 miles wide, located between the savannahs of Sudan to the south and the Sahara desert to the north. During the last ten years or so, according to the Royal United Services Institute, the world's oldest defense and security think tank, headquartered in London, the Sahel has undergone a 'significant surge in jihadist violence. Armed actors take advantage of porous borders, fragile states, and local grievances to extend their operational reach,' Global Terrorism Index 2025, published by the Institute for Economics & Peace, reveals that the primary instigator of global terrorism during 2024 was the Islamic State (ISIS) and associated groups — such as al Qaeda, Jamaat Nusrat Al-Islam wal Muslimeen, Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan, and al- Shabaab — together responsible for more than 7,500 deaths. Although the West is experiencing escalating terrorism in countries such as Sweden, Australia, Finland, the Netherlands, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland, the Sahel region evidently remains the 'global epicentre of terrorism, accounting for over half of all terrorism-related deaths in 2024.' Here, conflict deaths exceeded 25,000 for the first time, of which nearly 4,000 were directly connected to terrorism. Click here to read more…
Shafaq News
12-03-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
155 passengers rescued in Balochistan Train after attack
Shafaq News/ Pakistani security forces successfully rescued 155 hostages and eliminated 27 attackers in a high-risk operation following a brutal assault on a passenger train in Balochistan, security sources confirmed to local media outlets on Wednesday. The Jaffar Express, carrying around 450 passengers, was en route from Quetta to Peshawar when it was ambushed on Tuesday. Armed militants from the banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) detonated explosives on the tracks, forcing the train to stop before opening fire. The train remained stranded inside a tunnel near Sibbi for several hours, leaving passengers trapped under dire conditions. Authorities reported that the train's driver, who sustained injuries in the initial attack, later succumbed to his wounds. At least 37 people injured in the assault are currently receiving medical treatment. Major General Ahmed Sharif, a senior security official, described the rescue mission as 'one of the most challenging operations in recent years,' emphasizing the difficulties faced by forces navigating treacherous terrain while ensuring minimal harm to hostages. The BLA, which claimed responsibility for the attack, stated that it had taken more than 200 hostages, including security personnel. The group demanded the release of political prisoners and missing persons, threatening to execute captives if their demands were not met within 48 hours. Brigadier Muhammad Iqbal, a senior security source, denounced the insurgents, stating, 'We are dealing with a ruthless enemy that is using innocent civilians as human shields.' Imran Hayat, a railway official in Quetta, noted the calculated nature of the attack: 'The militants knew exactly where to strike. They stopped the train in a dead zone with no communication signals.' Passengers who endured the ordeal described the terror they faced as gunmen seized control of the train. 'They ordered us not to look back as they led families away,' recalled Ghulam Nabi, one of the freed hostages. 'We hid under the seats and prayed for our lives.' BLA's Escalating Insurgency The BLA, a separatist group opposed to Pakistani control over Balochistan's natural resources and Chinese investments in the region, has significantly intensified its attacks in recent months. A recent report by the Global Terrorism Index 2025 highlighted a 45% rise in terrorism-related deaths in Pakistan last year, with the BLA responsible for a substantial portion of the violence. Security analyst Amir Rana explained, 'The BLA has evolved into a more coordinated and lethal force, targeting both security infrastructure and economic projects.' BLA militants have launched multiple deadly operations this year. In March, a female suicide bomber targeted a military convoy in Kalat, killing a security officer and injuring four others. In February, insurgents ambushed a paramilitary bus in the same district, killing 18 personnel. Days later, a roadside explosion killed 11 coal miners, while another attack struck a military convoy guarding a Chinese-operated mining project. Islamabad has accused militant groups based in Afghanistan of orchestrating many recent attacks, including the latest assault. The Pakistani government has repeatedly urged the Afghan Taliban to take action against anti-Pakistan fighters operating from its territory. However, Kabul has denied harbouring such groups, deepening tensions between the two neighbouring countries.
