Terrorism in Pakistan
"Planted bomb" apparently targeted Hafiz Hamdullah; initial investigation suggests device was remote-controlled; ANP announces strike in Quetta.
Updated 15 Sep, 2023 08:09am
Motorcyclists hurl grenade at patrolling police vehicle in Sariab Road area; similar attack takes place in the Hazar Ganji area.
Updated 13 Sep, 2023 10:05am
9 others, including 3 civilians, sustain injuries; IED attack claimed by banned TTP.
Updated 12 Sep, 2023 08:01am
ISPR says 3 civilians among injured; police say further investigation under way.
Updated 11 Sep, 2023 07:55pm
The state needs to beef up security in Chitral as the banned TTP and sectarian militants thrive on targeting minority communities.
Updated 11 Sep, 2023 08:59am
Information minister says TTP using Afghanistan as launching pad; says crackdown on hoarders underway; 59 detained over Hundi/Hawala links.
Updated 11 Sep, 2023 09:54am
Many of these fighters became disillusioned due to shifts in the state’s policies on jihad.
Updated 10 Sep, 2023 10:40am
Foreign Office voices apprehension about "large amount of weaponry" available in Afghanistan, says situation needs "international attention".
Published 08 Sep, 2023 09:18pm
All the state’s efforts need to be concentrated on preventing this outfit from making further inroads into the country.
Updated 08 Sep, 2023 02:13pm
Army media wing says “large group of terrorists equipped with latest weapons” attacked two military posts close to Afghanistan border, 12 were killed.
Updated 09 Sep, 2023 10:35pm
Officials said that some unknown assailants barged into the house of a Levies official in the Johan area of Mangochar town of Kalat district and opened fire.
Published 04 Sep, 2023 07:02am
Interim premier says any decision by superior judiciary on election time frame "will be binding on us".
Updated 04 Sep, 2023 12:12am
Two intelligence-based operations conducted in Quetta and Washuk districts.
Updated 03 Sep, 2023 08:34am
Data released by think tank shows 99 terror strikes across country claimed 112 lives; no attacks reported in Punjab.
Updated 03 Sep, 2023 07:29am
On Arshad Sharif's killing, FO spokesperson says PM to raise “all aspects of concern to Pakistan" during Kenya visit.
Updated 02 Sep, 2023 08:13am
Says army will continue to "fight the menace of terrorism till the end"; soldier martyred, terrorist slain in fire exchange in Khyber district.
Published 01 Sep, 2023 11:06pm
Military's media affairs wing says "such sacrifices of our brave soldiers further strengthen our resolve", vows to eliminate menace of terrorism.
Updated 31 Aug, 2023 11:00pm
Pakistan has been raising concerns about use of Afghan soil by militants to carry out cross-border attacks.
Updated 31 Aug, 2023 12:00am
4 alleged TTP militants killed during intelligence-based operation by Quetta CTD in Pishin.
Updated 30 Aug, 2023 05:43pm
Kabul's rulers must act like a proper government, and ensure that deadly weapons don’t make their way to militants.
Updated 29 Aug, 2023 09:16am
Nato-calibre weapons are being transferred to IS-K, UN Security Council told.
Updated 27 Aug, 2023 07:59am
In meeting with Harvard students, army chief calls on international community to "realise" Pakistan's sacrifices.
Published 25 Aug, 2023 05:23pm
Caretaker Interior Minister Sarfaraz Bugti says Nacta to be made effective.
Published 24 Aug, 2023 07:11am
COAS vows to hunt down terrorists, affiliates and abettors working on hostile agenda's behest until they surrender to the state.
Updated 23 Aug, 2023 06:21pm
Intelligence reports claim militants go to Afghanistan after activities in Pakistan.
Updated 22 Aug, 2023 10:09am
Military's media wing says slain militants remained actively involved in terrorist activities against security forces, killing innocent citizens.
Updated 19 Aug, 2023 10:27pm
Washington says it supports Islamabad’s efforts to combat terrorism, ensure safety of its citizens.
Updated 17 Aug, 2023 08:00am
AS the nation enters a period of political transition, there is a critical need to stay focused on counterterrorism...
Updated 15 Aug, 2023 08:43am
US, China reaffirm their commitment to strengthening ties with Pakistan.
Updated 15 Aug, 2023 10:31am
Militant attacks in KP recorded a 93.6 per cent spike from January to June 2021 and 2022.
Updated 15 Aug, 2023 11:58am