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The Taliban new cabinet (اردو)
This article details the Taliban's newly formed government and cabinet in Afghanistan, providing insight into the members, their roles, and backgrounds. It also highlights important Taliban leaders and their appointments within the new administration.
Published in: BBC Urdu
The evolving Taliban-ISKP rivalry
The article examines the growing conflict and ideological rivalry between the Taliban and Islamic State Khorasan (IS-K) in Afghanistan, analyzing how their competition for influence is shaping regional security dynamics.
Published in: Lowy Institute
The killing of pro-ISKP Salafist Shaikh Abu Ubaidullah Mutawakil in Kabul (اردو)
This article discusses the killing of Sheikh Obaidullah Mutawakil, a religious leader in Kabul, and probes the possible motives. His alleged ties to the Islamic State raise questions about the Taliban's involvement in his murder.
Published in: BBC Urdu
Analysis: How Are the Taliban Organized?
The Taliban, having recaptured Afghanistan after two decades of conflict, now face the challenge of governing an underdeveloped nation. Insights into their governance approach can be found by examining their leadership, organizational structure, and established shadow government.
Published in: VOA
ISKP is ready to fight the Taliban. Here’s how the group became a major threat in Afghanistan
The article examines the increasing danger of ISIS-K in Afghanistan after the Taliban's takeover. It explores how ISIS-K could challenge the Taliban's rule and further destabilize the region, emphasizing the groups' ideological and operational differences and the escalating security risks.
Published in: The Washington Post
The Taliban’s vast propaganda machine has a new target
This Wired article analyzes the Taliban's sophisticated propaganda machine and its strategic control over media narratives to consolidate power in Afghanistan.
Published in: Wired
Who killed the ISKP emir Abu Umar Khurasani? (اردو)
This article discusses conflicting claims surrounding the death of ISIS-K leader Abu Omar Khorasani and other ISIS prisoners during the Taliban's takeover of Kabul. It examines the Taliban's silence on the matter, the treatment of prisoners, and the implications for ISIS's future.
Published in: BBC Urdu
ISKP: A threat assessment
The report analyzes ISKP’s structure, recruitment, and operations, highlighting its evolving tactics and growing impact on regional security in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Published in: Extract
The Past, Present, and Future of Al-Qaeda in Afghanistan and Pakistan
The article details Al-Qaeda's strategic transformation and resilience in Afghanistan and Pakistan, emphasizing its continued support from the Taliban. This raises concerns about potential future threats posed by the group in the region.
Published in: The Soufan Center
Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan’s Latest Merger Enables Renewed Attacks in Pakistan
The article details the merger of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) with the Ustad Aslam group, integrating experienced urban terrorism experts into the TTP. This alliance is expected to enable renewed and potentially more deadly attacks within Pakistan.
Published in: The Jamestown Foundation
Comparing the rise of the Taliban in the nineties to its current resurgence, analysis of its military strategies of both periods (اردو)
The article explores the extent to which the Afghan Taliban's current strategy differs from their past approaches. It analyzes their evolving tactics and governance methods.
Published in: BBC Urdu
TThe Taliban and Afghan government battle for Lashkargah? (اردو)
The conflict between the Taliban and government forces in Afghanistan's Helmand province has intensified significantly. The Taliban have entered the provincial capital, Lashkar Gah, where they seized the provincial office of the official radio and television, resuming their broadcasts there after twenty years.
Published in: BBC Urdu