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Cross-border terrorism

Al-Aqsa Storm: Lessons for South Asia

Al-Aqsa Storm: Lessons for South Asia

By Nilanthan Niruthan
For South Asia in particular – a region plagued with insurgency and cross-border tension for several decades – Hamas' devastating attack on Israel presents numerous lessons in warfare. 

How the Taliban Guard Afghanistan’s Border (and What It Says About Their Regime)

How the Taliban Guard Afghanistan’s Border (and What It Says About Their Regime)

By Franz J. Marty
While the Taliban are serious about protecting the country's borders, border guards face many problems and see completely different threats than the international community.
A Breakthrough in Afghanistan-Pakistan Relations?

A Breakthrough in Afghanistan-Pakistan Relations?

By Ureeda Khan
A new joint committee on border movement aims to address the problem of cross-border attacks.

Afghanistan, Pakistan Argue Over Cross-border Terrorism Accusations

Afghanistan, Pakistan Argue Over Cross-border Terrorism Accusations

By Catherine Putz
The TTP has called for attacks on Pakistani leaders while the Taliban in Kabul push back against Pakistani accusations of Afghanistan harboring terrorists. 

Do the Taliban Have Transnational Ambitions?

Do the Taliban Have Transnational Ambitions?

By Maryam Baryalay and Abdul Mateen Imran
The Taliban’s Arabic-language manifesto provides a blueprint for establishing an Islamic Emirate that could be applied outside Afghanistan.

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As Southeast Asia Reopens, Will Transnational Terrorism Return?

As Southeast Asia Reopens, Will Transnational Terrorism Return?

By Kenneth Yeo
Terrorism in the region has plummeted amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Will reopened borders lead to a resurgence in terrorist networks?

The Emerging IS Threat in Pakistan

The Emerging IS Threat in Pakistan

By Muhammad Akbar Notezai
Given Pakistan's lax approach to religious extremist groups, it was only a matter of time before IS reared its ugly head.
Afghan Taliban Turn Blind Eye to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan

Afghan Taliban Turn Blind Eye to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan

By Kathy Gannon
The Afghan Taliban have shown no signs of expelling TTP leaders or preventing them from carrying out attacks in Pakistan, even as Pakistan pushes a reluctant world to engage with Afghanistan's new rulers.

Dangerous Waters: Maritime Crime in the Sulu Sea

Dangerous Waters: Maritime Crime in the Sulu Sea

By Zam Yusa
Despite COVID-19 and a number of security initiatives, piracy, kidnapping, and terrorist movements continue in the Sulu Sea.

Pakistan Arrests 44 Suspected of Involvement in Pulwama Attack

Pakistan Arrests 44 Suspected of Involvement in Pulwama Attack

By Munir Ahmed
The suspects, including JeM leader Masood Azhar’s brother and son, are being detained pending investigation.

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Warns India Against Military Response to Kashmir Bombing

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Warns India Against Military Response to Kashmir Bombing

By Munir Ahmed
If India takes action against Pakistan after last week’s bloody car bomb in Kashmir, Pakistan “will retaliate,” Khan says.
Will Pakistan's Wall Work?

Will Pakistan's Wall Work?

By Muhammad Akbar Notezai
Pakistan is building a wall along its border with Afghanistan. Will it actually make the country safer?

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