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The Enduring Duel: Islamic State Khorasan’s Survival under Afghanistan’s New Rulers
The article challenges claims of ISK’s decline, highlighting its continued attacks, including the deadly 2023 Bajaur bombing, and its expanding regional influence despite Taliban crackdowns.
Published in: Combating Terrorism Center
The Growing Threat of the Islamic State in Afghanistan and South Asia
The article examines the growing threat of the Islamic State in Afghanistan and South Asia.
Published in: United States Institute of Peace (USIP)
Lashkar-e-Jhangvi’s Role in the Afghanistan-Pakistan Militant Infrastructure
The article traces the evolution of Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), highlighting its role in regional militancy, sectarian violence, and its operational ties with groups like al-Qaeda, TTP, the Afghan Taliban, and ISKP. It emphasizes LeJ’s function as a key facilitator within the broader militant network in South and Central Asia.
Published in: The Hudson Institute
The Death of Daud Muzammil and ISKP’s Assassination Campaign Against the Afghan Taliban
ISKP’s assassination of Taliban governor Daud Muzammil highlights its ongoing campaign to undermine Taliban authority and demonstrate its continued threat in Afghanistan.
Published in: The JamesTown Foundation
The Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan After the Taliban’s Afghanistan Takeover
The article examines the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan’s (TTP) evolution since the Taliban’s 2021 return to power in Afghanistan, focusing on the group’s organizational restructuring, strategic shifts, and increased activity amid changing regional dynamics.
Published in: Combating Terrorism Center
پاکستان میں سابق ’جہادی کمانڈروں‘ کی پراسرار ہلاکتوں کے پیچھے کس کا ہاتھ ہے؟
یہ مضمون پاکستان میں سابق 'جہادی کمانڈروں' کے قتل پر بحث کرتا ہے، ان واقعات کے پیچھے کے محرکات کو تلاش کرتا ہے۔ یہ متاثرین کے پس منظر، ان کی تنظیموں، اور مختلف سرگرمیوں میں مبینہ شمولیت کو اجاگر کرتا ہے۔
Published in: BBC Urdu
TTP resurgence (اردو)
The article examines how the TTP has launched massive attacks against security forces in Pakistan despite facing a split two years prior. It analyzes the policies of TTP chief Mufti Noor Wali Mehsud and the impact of the Afghan Taliban's rise to power on the organization's recent resurgence.
Published in: VOA Urdu
Analysis: Resurgence of Umar Media boosts Pakistani Taliban messaging (اردو)
This article details the operational methods and management of 'Umar Media,' the media wing representing the Pakistani Taliban (TTP). It explains how this media outlet significantly aids in expanding TTP's operations by publishing content in Urdu, Pashto, and other languages.
Published in: BBC Urdu
Analysis: Resurgence of Umar Media boosts Pakistani Taliban messaging
This BBC Monitoring report discusses how Umar Media—the Pakistani Taliban’s media arm—has significantly ramped up its operations since the 2021 Taliban takeover of Afghanistan
Published in: BBC Monitoring
An analysis of the Pakistani Taliban negotiations with the government? (اردو)
The article discusses ongoing, complex negotiations between the Pakistani government and the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), despite continued attacks. It also examines the role of the Afghan Taliban in facilitating these discussions.
Published in: BBC Urdu
A Post-Mortem Analysis of ISKP Senior Military Commander Saad Emirati
This post‑mortem analysis of ISKP commander Saad Emirati examines his leadership role, battlefield tactics, and the impact of his death on ISKP’s operational capabilities.
Published in: The JamesTown Foundation
The Taliban’s Battle Against Islamic State Khorasan
The article explores IS-K’s relentless attacks aimed at weakening Taliban control and asserting its presence in Afghanistan.
Published in: inkstick media