Pakistan recorded fewer militant attacks during 6–12 November 2026, but fatalities and injuries increased sharply, highlighting the changing intensity and continued volatility of militant threat in Pakistan.
According to the latest PICSS Weekly Insight, 33 militant attacks were recorded nationwide, a 32.7% decline from 49 the preceding week. However, fatalities rose by 124% to 56, while injuries increased by 147.6% to 52.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa remained the principal centre of violence, accounting for 16 attacks and 44 fatalities. A particularly deadly incident occurred in Kohat, where an ambush on a police convoy killed 10 police personnel. Balochistan recorded 13 attacks, resulting in eight deaths and 19 injuries, while the former tribal districts witnessed a substantial reduction in attacks.
Targeted killings, IEDs and destruction of property remained prominent militant tactics. Kidnappings and the continued use of drones added to security concerns. Meanwhile, security forces killed 33 militants in counterterrorism operations, primarily in Balochistan and the former tribal districts.
Beyond the statistics, the report examines emerging organisational developments within the TTP, the Hafiz Gul Bahadur network and Baloch militant groups, including restructuring, propaganda campaigns and evolving operational capabilities.
It also explores proposed counterterrorism reforms in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan–Afghanistan tensions and significant domestic and regional political developments.
Why are casualties rising despite fewer attacks? How are militant organisations adapting, and what do these developments indicate for Pakistan’s security environment?
The complete PICSS Weekly Insight (6–12 November 2026) explores these questions through detailed incident assessments, interactive charts, security maps and analysis.
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