The formulation of policies for Taliban-controlled Afghanistan presents a significant challenge for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (Pakistan). Despite Pakistan’s continued support for Afghanistan, the country’s new administration may constitute more of a liability than an asset due to the Taliban’s military takeover and subsequent diplomatic and economic isolation. Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) is a loosely affiliated coalition of Islamist organizations based in Afghanistan that targets Pakistan. Postanistan is emerging as a more substantial security concern for Islamabad, contrary to the misconception that the US withdrawal and the Taliban’s restoration to power in Afghanistan represented a strategic success for Pakistan. The resurgence of TTP in Pakistan following the fall of Kabul presents a challenging situation for the country. These reunifications were part of the TTP’s strategy to strengthen their ranks in anticipation of the post-US withdrawal environment in Afghanistan.

Recently, the TTP has regained its operational capabilities, with the Taliban regime in Afghanistan playing a crucial role in bolstering and empowering the group. To accurately assess the TTP’s current strength, it is essential to evaluate its potential impact on future developments. According to their media outlet, Umar media, the TTP claimed responsibility for 42 attacks in Pakistan last month. These attacks were reported to have occurred predominantly in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region, with 39 attacks there and three in Baluchistan. The claimed attacks purportedly resulted in 130 casualties among security forces, including 58 fatalities. However, independent reports from various think tanks that closely monitor security situations indicate that the TTP was found to be involved in approximately 10 terrorist attacks in March. Despite this lower number, the TTP still managed to execute several significant and impactful attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, specifically targeting army and police officials. Recently, the TTP has adopted........

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