Topic: BLA

Weekly Insight

Security Gains and Strategic Diplomacy: Weekly Assessment of Pakistan’s Internal Security & Foreign Policy

April 11, 2026 · Dr Shomaila Mumtaz

During 3–9 April 2026, militant violence in Pakistan declined significantly in both frequency and impact, with 16 attacks recorded compared to 33 in the previous week, while fatalities dropped from 26 to 6 and injuries from 49 to 19, indicating a substantial reduction in overall human cost. Despite this decline, civilian targeting persisted, particularly through […]

Monthly Insight

Mounting Security Challenges and Regional Strategic Shifts – Pakistan Monthly Outlook, March 2026

April 7, 2026 · Dr Shomaila Mumtaz

Militant violence in Pakistan surged significantly in March 2026, with 146 attacks recorded nationwide—an increase of about 76 percent compared to 83 in February—indicating a clear resurgence in militant activity. While fatalities declined to 106 from February’s 139, reflecting a broader spread of violence rather than isolated large-scale attacks. Regionally, Balochistan remained the most affected…

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PICSS Weekly Insight: Pakistan’s Security, Economic, and Diplomatic Landscape Amid Regional and Global Uncertainties

April 4, 2026 · Dr Shomaila Mumtaz

During 27 March – 2 April 2026, militant violence in Pakistan intensified, with 33 attacks recorded nationwide—up from 21 in the previous period—resulting in 26 fatalities and 49 injuries. Balochistan saw the highest number of incidents (17), while Khyber Pakhtunkhwa remained the most lethal, accounting for the majority of casualties. The pattern of violence continued […]

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Militancy, Security Dynamics, and Strategic Developments in Pakistan (13–18 March 2026)

March 20, 2026 · Dr Shomaila Mumtaz

During the reviewed period (13–18 March 2026), militant violence in Pakistan declined in frequency but remained notably lethal, with 28 attacks resulting in 25 deaths and 9 injuries compared to 41 attacks the previous week. The lower number of injuries suggests reduced reliance on large-scale explosives, though IEDs continued to cause disproportionately high fatalities. Khyber […]

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Pakistan’s Security, Political, and Economic Landscape amid Escalating Violence and the Iran Crisis

March 15, 2026 · Dr Shomaila Mumtaz

During the week 6–12 March 2026, militant violence in Pakistan increased in both frequency and intensity, with 41 attacks recorded nationwide compared to 37 in the previous week. The human toll also rose, with 33 people killed and 94 injured, up from 23 fatalities and 21 injuries earlier, indicating greater reliance on explosive devices, which […]

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Security on Edge: Militancy, Protests, and Regional Crises Shape Pakistan’s Week

March 7, 2026 · Dr Shomaila Mumtaz

During the week under review (27 February–5 March 2026), militant violence remained widespread across Pakistan, with 37 attacks recorded compared to 31 in the previous week, indicating increased activity but lower lethality. The incidents caused 23 fatalities and 21 injuries, significantly down from 57 deaths and 42 injuries the week before, suggesting that most attacks […]

Monthly Insight

Escalating Militancy, Regional Tensions, and Strategic Uncertainty: Pakistan’s Monthly Security and Policy Outlook – February 2026

March 6, 2026 · Dr Shomaila Mumtaz

Pakistan’s security, political, and economic environment during February 2026remained complex and volatile. Militant violence continued at elevated levels across severalregions, while counter-terrorism operations intensified in response to evolving threats. At thesame time, domestic political developments, regional security dynamics, and fragile economicconditions shaped the country’s strategic outlook. Militant violence remained a major concern during the month. […]

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Operation Ghazab lil-Haq and Regional Ripples: Pakistan’s Expanding Security Theatre

February 28, 2026 · Dr Shomaila Mumtaz

During 20–26 February 2026, militant violence escalated sharply, with 31 attacks nationwide causing 57 fatalities and 42 injuries — a notable rise from the previous week. The period saw another suicide attack and the entry of IMP as an additional militant actor. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa recorded the highest number of attacks (12), while Balochistan was the […]

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Security Operations and Strategic Outreach: KP Violence, Afghanistan Frictions, and Expanding Global Engagement

February 22, 2026 · Dr Shomaila Mumtaz

During 13–19 February 2026, Pakistan recorded 12 militant attacks—down from 15 the previous week—but violence remained significant, with 21 fatalities, 48 injuries, and seven kidnappings. The week highlighted shifting militant prominence: after BLA’s coordinated attacks earlier and Daesh’s high-profile Islamabad strike last week, TTP affiliates dominated headlines in parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, particularly the tribal […]

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Capital Suicide Attack and Cross-Border Militancy Shape Pakistan’s Weekly Security and Political Outlook

February 15, 2026 · Dr Shomaila Mumtaz

Pakistan recorded 15 militant attacks nationwide in which 44 people were killed snd 194others were injured, marking a significant escalation in lethality despite fewer incidents.Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) accounted for the deadliest event of the week, where onehigh-impact attack caused 35 deaths and 169 injuries. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) recorded thehighest number of attacks (seven), though […]