Afghanistan Peace Campaign
Shahbaz Sharif, the Prime Minister of Pakistan, stated that the Pakistani Taliban’s attacks against his country are being organized from Afghanistan’s soil.
He expressed Pakistan’s concerns over this issue and highlighted that Pakistani security forces have taken operational measures in response.
Speaking in a cabinet meeting on Wednesday, August 28, just a day after more than seventy people were killed in attacks by militant groups in Balochistan, he emphasized that security forces are fully equipped to combat terrorism.
He remarked on these attacks, saying, “They intend to disrupt the development of Balochistan and other parts of the country through the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.”
In recent attacks, Baloch separatists in Balochistan and retaliatory clashes with the army have resulted in dozens of casualties. Shahbaz Sharif also addressed this in his cabinet speech, stating, “It is no longer hidden that the Pakistani Taliban organizes its attacks from Afghanistan’s soil.”
In the latest development, the Taliban’s chief of staff stated that Pakistan has not provided any evidence of the presence of TTP in Afghanistan. The Pakistani Air Force announced attacks on hideouts of the Pakistani Taliban in the provinces of Kunar, Khost, and Paktia, resulting in the deaths of between 25 to 30 members of this group.
Mr. Sharif underscored the need for immediate action to combat terrorism in Pakistan, stating categorically that there would be no negotiations with terrorists. Pakistan has repeatedly urged the Taliban to end their support for the Pakistani Taliban’s activities against Islamabad, but the Taliban have consistently denied supporting or harboring this group in Afghanistan.
Meanwhile, the situation remains tense as Pakistan continues to deal with cross-border terrorism. Despite diplomatic efforts, the issue persists, affecting regional stability and bilateral relations.
The challenge now lies in effectively addressing these security concerns through coordinated efforts and international cooperation to ensure regional peace and stability.