COORDINATED terrorist attacks in Baluchistan have once again drawn attention to the multidimensional security challenges confronting Pakistan.

The availability of foreign support to banned terrorist groups is now a proven fact beyond any doubt. Anti-Pakistan groups are receiving assistance from hostile foreign players in the form of sophisticated weapons, terrorist training, huge finances and the latest propaganda tools enabled through digital and social media platforms. The very nature of these coordinated attacks is strong evidence of robust combat training, the provision of battle-grade inventory and deep planning arranged by handlers to perpetuate destabilization in Baluchistan.

All institutions responsible for security and law and order in Baluchistan merit appreciation for the swift restoration of the state’s writ. However, following........

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