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TTP-affiliated channels are reporting that today arrangements being made to return the bodies of militants killed in Zhob to Afghanistan from Pakistan for transfer to their families.
It should be noted that most of the Zhob taskheel was composed of Afghan nationals

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The Pakistani Taliban (TTP) have executed one of their own fighters in Lower Waziristan District for “wrongfully” killing a local religious scholar, Maulvi Sanaullah. A video circulating online shows TTP militants addressing a gathering of locals, denouncing the killing as unjust and contrary to Sharia law. The accused fighter, blindfolded, was then shot dead in front of the crowd.

At the same time in a separate development, unidentified armed men abducted Rehmatullah Wazir, President of the Wana Welfare Association and Principal of Iqra Public School and College, in South Waziristan’s Wana area. Witnesses said the abductors forced him into a vehicle and opened fire during the incident, critically wounding two civilians.

The abduction comes just a week after a little-known group calling itself Fidayan-e-Islam distributed pamphlets in Wana, threatening schools with closure. A link is suspected between that warning and this abduction.

Although the TTP’s affiliated media has distanced the group from Fidayan-e-Islam, today report now suggest that TTP members carried out actions in line with the threats issued by the outfit.

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TTP-affiliated channels have distanced themselves from the abduction of school principal Rehmatullah in Wana, South Waziristan.
It should be noted that the TTP had also distanced itself from the killing of Maulana Sanaullah, in which it has now been confirmed that their member was involved.

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In Usta Muhammad city of Jaffarabad district, Balochistan, unidentified motorcycle-riding assailants hurled a hand grenade at a police van near the railway crossing. As a result of the explosion, four police personnel and two passersby were injured.

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Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is reportedly exploiting a leaked British Ministry of Defence (MoD) database,initially provided by the Taliban, to identify and pursue suspected British intelligence operatives, according to The Telegraph. A delegation of four IRGC officials, operating without the sanction of Iran’s civilian leadership, recently traveled to Kabul to negotiate a secret cooperation deal with the Taliban. In return for access to the intelligence, Iran pledged to push for formal recognition of the Taliban regime.

The compromised database, dubbed a “kill list,” was accidentally leaked in 2022 when a British Royal Marine emailed the unredacted file to Afghan contacts. It contains the personal details of 25,000 Afghan nationals who applied for UK asylum under the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy—including soldiers, intelligence assets, and over 100 British special forces and MI6 personnel who supported them.

Several individuals named in the file are believed to have sought refuge in Iran, where IRGC operatives have begun making arrests. While many detainees have been released as former Afghan military members, the IRGC continues to target suspected British assets to use as leverage in looming nuclear talks with the West.

This move coincides with renewed pressure on Tehran. The UK, France, and Germany have warned they will trigger the 2015 nuclear deal’s “snapback” mechanism, reinstating UN sanctions—if Iran fails to resume negotiations by late August. With the deal set to expire October 18, Iran’s hardliners are urgently seeking bargaining chips to avoid appearing weak at the table.

Sources confirm the Taliban provided a “modified” version of the list, though the nature of those changes is unclear. The decision came after internal Taliban debate—some leaders objected due to Iran’s treatment of Afghan refugees, but the prospect of diplomatic recognition ultimately prevailed.

Despite a 2023 UK superinjunction suppressing the leak’s coverage—recently lifted—the Taliban claimed the British breach was redundant, saying their own ministries already held full intelligence records. They have reportedly pursued individuals on the list since 2022.

In response, the UK has spent billions secretly relocating thousands of at-risk Afghans, with the program’s cost projected to reach £7 billion. News of Iranian-Taliban intelligence sharing has reignited outrage in Westminster and scrutiny over how the breach was handled.

This cooperation between two longtime adversaries marks a significant geopolitical shift. For Iran, it offers critical intelligence and diplomatic leverage; for the Taliban, it’s a potential gateway to long-sought international recognition, thus far granted only by Russia.

- The Telegraph

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-TTP-affiliated channels report a coordinated two-pronged attack on a security checkpost in Kurram.


- TTP affiliated channels reports fighters from the TTP Kazim group have been surrounded by security forces in Kurram


-Army-affiliated channels state that two militants from the TTP Muhammad Amjad group were killed in Kurram

Further details are awaited.

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District Police and the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) Kohat conducted a joint operation and took two policemen into custody on allegations of having links with Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).

According to officials, the individuals — Siraj, serving in the District Police, and Faridun, posted in the CTD — are accused of planning attacks on police officers, government buildings, and Muharram processions.

Authorities stated that further investigations are underway to trace possible networks and facilitators.

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At least 20 people have lost their lives and dozens have been injured after a powerful cloudburst struck the Darwodi area of Swabi. Torrential rains triggered flash floods, submerging homes and forcing residents to seek shelter on rooftops.

The Gadoon region was the worst affected, with officials confirming that three to five villages were completely destroyed. Floodwaters also inundated Razaar, Lahore, and Topi tehsils, while landslides hit the hilly areas. In Tordher, a school wall collapsed and a van was swept away.

So far, more than 70 people have been rescued, but many remain missing. Emergency teams from Haripur and Mardan have been deployed as rescue operations continue across the district.

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On 18 August 2025, at around 10:15 a.m., militants opened fire on vehicles belonging to 27 Brigade near the boundary of Haji Gul Jamaat and Pir Mela in Tirah. The convoy included the vehicle of Brigade Commander Brigadier Asif Ali, under whose command Army Unit 31 Baloch and 26 FF are deployed.

According to security sources, militants used both small and heavy weapons in the attack. One military vehicle was struck by approximately 6–7 bullets. Security forces retaliated, forcing the assailants to flee.

No casualties were reported in the incident by army sources, and the Brigade Commander safely returned to 27 Brigade Headquarters in Bagh.

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In the border town of Chaghi's Taftan near the Pakistan-Iran border, unidentified gunmen opened fire on Monday, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI) leader Maulvi Kaleemullah lost life.

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-Yesterday, militants opened fire on a patrol party from the 88 Brigade, under the command of the 57 Punjab Regiment, in the KGN sector. One soldier, Havaldar Shakeel, was injured in the attack. Authorities have confirmed that his condition is stable.

-In another development, militants launched an attack late last night on a plant in the city of Surab. The attackers set fire to all machinery at the site before fleeing to an undisclosed location.

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Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has released a statement opposing the recruitment of women for police jobs in Wana, Waziristan, citing tribal customs. The group claimed that authorities’ actions could undermine local traditions and called on tribal leaders to intervene.

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ALERT/MONITORING

An off-duty Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) was shot dead in a targeted attack in Bin Qasim Town on Monday. According to Bin Qasim Police Station House Officer (SHO) Faisal Rafiq, ASI Muhammad Khan Abro was ambushed by armed men on a motorcycle as he stepped out of his car near his residence. The assailants opened fire and fled the scene.

ASI Abro sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was rushed to Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre, where he was pronounced dead by doctors.

The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility for the killing on Tuesday.

This marks the third attack in Karachi claimed by the TTP within a month. On 9 August, gunmen opened fire on a police check-post in Qayyumabad, Korangi district, killing one civilian and injuring a police constable and another civilian. The TTP had claimed responsibility for that attack as well.

On 14 August, the TTP claimed responsibility for an attack on police in Sohrab Goth, Karachi, although local media did not report any such incident.

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The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) has foiled a planned attack on a railway track in Qasimabad, Hyderabad, and arrested three individuals.

Authorities said the arrested suspects—Aamir Latif Chang, Shoaib Chang, and Shaban Chang—are linked to the banned group Sindudesh Revolutionary Army (SRA). During the operation, CTD recovered explosives, detonators, hand grenades, ball bearings, wires, a remote control device, and other materials from the suspects.

Officials stated that the suspects were allegedly involved in firing on cargo trailers en route to Punjab. Aamir Latif Chang is reported to have been the main accused in the planned railway track attack, for which a reward of two million rupees had been announced.

The operation reportedly disrupted a plan directed by Noor Chandio. Security agencies said the SRA network was operating under his supervision.

Authorities have formed special teams to carry out further arrests, and investigations are ongoing.

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According to security sources, militants attacked Shah Hasan Khel post last night, leading to an exchange of fire with security forces that forced the militants to retreat.

During a search operation this morning, with the assistance of a quadcopter, the body of a militant—killed in last night’s operation—was found on a rooftop. A sniper rifle was also recovered from his possession.

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Malik Imran Bakhmal, a prominent civil activist, businessman, and community leader from Baka Khel in Bannu, has safely returned home following his abduction earlier this month. He was reportedly released by armed men in a ravine in Janikhel, after which local tribal members escorted him back to his residence.

The identity of the kidnappers remains unknown, though sources indicate they had demanded millions in ransom. Malik Bakhmal, however, was freed not through payment but thanks to the persistent intervention of local community elders. He had been abducted on August 12 from Baka Khel’s Mandi area.

In response to the incident, the Baka Khel tribe was preparing to mobilize a tribal lashkar (armed force) to safeguard their community and secure the release of those held captive. On August 14, members of the Musa Khel and Narmi Khel clans gathered at Taiman Market, where tribal elders coordinated strategy, set the lashkar’s route, and oversaw its operations.

During the jirga, the elders issued a stern warning that failure to release Malik Bakhmal would prompt the formation of an armed militia to protect the people and their property.

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Maulana Fazlur Rehman Sounds Alarm on Security Crisis at Islamabad Multi-Party Conference

On August 17, 2025, Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the prominent leader of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), delivered a powerful critique of Pakistan’s deteriorating security landscape during a multi-party conference (MPC) organized by the Awami National Party (ANP) in Islamabad.

-A Dire Security Situation

Fazlur Rehman emphasized that the state’s fundamental responsibility is to safeguard human rights, ensuring the security of life, property, and dignity for all citizens. However, he painted a grim picture of the current reality in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, and Sindh, where ordinary people live in perpetual fear, day and night. “The common person is not safe,” he declared, highlighting a pervasive state of lawlessness, particularly in tribal areas gripped by armed groups. These groups have created an environment where businesspeople cannot operate, contractors are unable to execute projects, and both are coerced into paying extortion fees. Compounding this crisis, Fazlur Rehman revealed that ten percent of officially allocated project funds are systematically diverted to these armed factions, undermining development efforts and entrenching criminal control.

-Erosion of State Authority

The JUI-F leader described a troubling scenario in which tribal regions are under the constant dominance of non-state actors. Vehicles are routinely stopped, identities scrutinized, and government officials subjected to humiliation. When communication networks are disrupted, these groups openly celebrate, proclaiming their control over the areas. “This is a profound challenge to the state’s authority,” Fazlur Rehman asserted, labeling the situation a significant question mark on Pakistan’s ability to maintain sovereignty and order.

-Contradictions in Counter-Terrorism Efforts

Fazlur Rehman issued a scathing critique of Pakistan’s counter-terrorism strategy, accusing the state of simultaneously promoting and combating terrorism. “Our law enforcement agencies strive to eradicate crime, but our intelligence agencies exploit it, setting policies that guide institutions accordingly,” he said. He highlighted the devastating human toll in regions like Bajaur and Waziristan, where daily funerals have become a grim reality. “In Bajaur, we buried 80-90 people in a single day, and this continues,” he noted. He condemned the military’s practice of labeling civilian victims of rocket attacks—often women and children—as terrorists, forcing families to sign statements affirming these claims. “How can a child or a woman in a home struck by a rocket be a terrorist? These are unarmed civilians,” he questioned, demanding an end to such humiliating tactics used to justify military actions.

A Call for National Dialogue and Economic Reform

To address this multifaceted crisis, Fazlur Rehman called for a comprehensive national dialogue involving the military, bureaucracy, judiciary, and parliamentarians. “We must identify and tackle the root causes of unrest, ensuring every Pakistani has access to transparent solutions,” he urged. He emphasized that deprivation fuels terrorism, advocating for a robust national economic plan to ensure that people in every province and region feel ownership over their resources and benefit from them. “I constantly fear being deprived, and when deprivation is fostered, it fuels terrorism,” he warned.

Fazlur Rehman stressed that protests and marches, while important, are futile without engaging the authorities in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. “Merely sitting here and making demands without knowing who we’re addressing achieves nothing,” he said. He called for a national-level dialogue and economic plan to satisfy all regions, ensuring that underlying causes of unrest are addressed transparently. “If I have doubts, don’t punish me—address them.

It’s my right to demand satisfaction,” he asserted, emphasizing that politicians committed to democracy, the constitution, and the law must evaluate what is just and unjust based on these standards. “Our message is clear: we do not reject dialogue or political solutions,” he added.

Fazlur Rehman’s address at the MPC serves as a clarion call for immediate action to restore state authority, end contradictory counter-terrorism practices, and address the root causes of insecurity through inclusive dialogue and equitable economic policies. His critique underscores the urgent need for systemic reform to secure Pakistan’s future and protect its citizens from the scourge of lawlessness and violence.

Besides security concerns, Maulana Fazlur Rehman criticized the federal government’s mismanagement of resources and provincial rights, highlighting that local communities are being deprived despite constitutional protections. He called for policies that empower provinces and encourage responsible investment.

On FATA integration, he questioned the government’s focus on resource control over genuine administrative reform, noting that law and order responsibilities were shifted back to local communities once resources were secured.

On economic development, he stressed that equitable resource distribution and a robust national economic plan are vital for peace, calling for dialogue among parliament, military, judiciary, and bureaucracy.

Regarding Afghan refugees, he advocated a balanced approach that recognizes long-term residents’ contributions, warning that forced deportations could damage Pakistan-Afghanistan relations and violate traditional norms of hospitality.

-FULL SPEECH