Islamabad, July 1, 2025 – Despite several high-profile attacks, Pakistan witnessed a slight overall decline in militant violence during June 2025, according to data released by the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS), an Islamabad-based think tank. PICSS reported that a total of 78 militant attacks occurred across the country in June, resulting […]
By Dr Farah Naz Operation Bunyaan-un-Marsoos (a wall of solid lead), which can be difficult to pronounce and even harder to understand, was launched by Pakistan against India on May 10, 2025. Operation Bunyaan-um-Marsoos stands as a pivotal milestone, redefining strategies and setting new benchmarks. Its impactful execution has not only transformed operational dynamics but […]
By Dr Imtiaz Awan As tensions escalate between India and Pakistan—two nuclear-armed neighbors with a long history of hostility—one would expect an urgent and unified response from the international community. Yet, despite the grave risks of escalation, global powers have largely remained reserved in their interventions. This paradox raises a fundamental question: why is the […]
The withdrawal of United States and NATO forces from Afghanistan in August 2021 marked a turning point not only in Afghanistan’s internal dynamics but also in the security landscape of Pakistan. While the international community’s attention was largely focused on the political transition in Kabul, Pakistan bore the brunt of the unintended consequences—most notably, a […]
Islamabad: Militant violence and security operations intensified across Pakistan in March 2025, with the number of militant attacks surpassing 100 for the first time since November 2014, according to data released by the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS). The think tank reported 105 militant attacks during the month, resulting in 228 fatalities, […]
The 44th issue of the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP)’s magazine, Voice of Khorasan, serves as a platform for the group to propagate its ideological narrative, justify its actions, and recruit followers. The magazine is a mix of religious exhortations, historical references, and contemporary political commentary, all aimed at reinforcing the group’s extremist worldview. Below is […]
During the week of March 7–13, 2025, Pakistan witnessed a slight decrease in militant attacks, though the intensity of violence remained unchanged. A total of 15 militant attacks were recorded, compared to 19 in the previous week. However, the week gained significant attention due to the hijacking of the Jaffar Express by the Balochistan Liberation […]
Overview During the week of February 28 to March 6, 2025, Pakistan witnessed a surge in militant violence, with 19 attacks reported across the country compared to 14 in the previous week. The week proved the deadliest of the year so far, with 87 people killed and 109 injured. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and erstwhile FATA […]
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility for the hijacking of the Jaffar Express at Bolan Pass’s Tunnel Number 8 near Mushkaf Dhadar, Balochistan, on March 11, 2025. Following the attack, BLA-affiliated social media accounts, including its official platforms Hakkal Media and Sagaar Media, issued a series of statements in real-time, akin to a live text-based news stream. […]
The first week of February 2025 witnessed a 30% surge in casualties across Pakistan, despite a slight decrease in the number of militant attacks. A total of 21 militant attacks were recorded, resulting in 55 fatalities and 21 injuries, compared to 42 deaths and 22 injuries in the previous week. While Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and […]
