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The Harakat Inqilab Islami Pakistan (HIIP), led by Ghazi Shahabuddin, issued a statement through its media outlet, Inqilabi Islamia Media, addressing the recent floods in the country

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Last night, clashes broke out between militants and security forces in Dubandow, a village in Upper Dir district near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. According to voice messages circulated on militant-affiliated channels, the militants claimed they were heading to a mosque for a speech when the CTD launched a raid.

In another voice message from three days ago, the militants threatened locals, village elders, and police, warning them not to interfere. They claimed they were acting under instructions from the IEA and should not be confronted.

While Upper Dir has generally remained peaceful, recent militant activity and attacks have been reported in the neighboring Lower Dir. Two days ago, a video surfaced showing militants operating in Upper Dir as well.

Locals reported that over the past two months, militants have been moving into Dubandow from nearby border areas. Some local farmers are believed to have collaborated with them, and more people joined later. The militants allegedly seized livestock and harassed residents. In one instance, locals captured a militant and handed him over to the police.

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Two days ago, in Wana the people of the Khoghel Khel tribe surrounded armed men who, according to them, were planning to attack the Wana military camp. After the locals captured the men, the FC at the camp claimed they were actually their own personnel and demanded they be handed over. The locals complied.

Similarly, last night in Orakzai District, the local lashkar apprehended armed men, some carrying rocket launchers, amid daily attacks on police, civilians, and security forces. Security personnel from nearby camps then forcibly removed the captives from locals, asserting they were their own.

Locals in Dir have also reported similar incidents.

The only explanation that comes to my mind is that these individuals are likely members of peace committees lashkars patrolling the area.

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Security personnel in North Waziristan’s Dattakhel area killed a militant attempting to plant an improvised explosive device (IED), officials reported on Wednesday. Additionally, one individual was taken into custody for questioning

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In Wana, North Waziristan militants opened fire on a Frontier Corps (FC) post in the Azam Warsak area of Baramel Tehsil, leaving a civilian seriously injured.

The injured has been identified as Mir Zaman, son of Warish Khan, a shopkeeper from the Ashraf Khel tribe. He was reportedly traveling in his personal vehicle along the Azam Warsak Bypass Road when the attack occurred.

The civilian was promptly evacuated to Headquarters Wana Hospital for medical treatment. According to police sources, the militants exploited nearby apple orchards to escape from the scene.

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Growing Discord Among Militant Commanders


There are currently two factions of the Hafiz Gul Bahadur (HGB) group operating in Bannu District:

-Commander Hameedullah Muhseen, alias Meedu alias Fikarmand, from Jani Khel.

-Commander Siddiqullah Siddique, alias Gurbaz, from Baka Khel and commander of Jabhat Ansar al-Mahdi Khorasan

These two commanders have longstanding rivalries, mainly because both sides have been involved in abducting members of each other’s tribes for ransom and extortion. For example, a few months ago, Siddiqullah abducted two men from Jani Khel. In retaliation, Hameedullah abducted two men from Baka Khel, and this cycle of kidnappings has continued.

The latest and most serious incident took place on August 12, when Hameedullah abducted Malik Imran Bakhmal, a well-known civil activist, businessman, and community leader from Baka Khel. He was kidnapped directly from the Baka Khel guest house, shortly after returning from Dubai. This act deeply angered the Baka Khel tribe.

In response, the Baka Khel community began preparing to mobilize a tribal lashkar to free Malik Bakhmal. They even issued an ultimatum to Hameedullah, demanding his release or else preparing for armed confrontation. Meanwhile, Hameedullah was demanding a ransom of 20 crore rupees for Bakhmal’s release.

However, Commander Siddiqullah Siddique intervened. With his involvement—and under pressure from the Hafiz Gul Bahadur Shura in Afghanistan—Hameedullah was forced to release Malik Bakhmal. He was eventually freed in a ravine in Jani Khel, from where local tribesmen escorted him safely back home.

Actually Commander Siddiqullah has close ties with some influential elders (maliks) of the Baka Khel tribe, who regularly provide him with financial support and donations. These personal and financial connections played a key role in securing Bakhmal’s release.

After this episode, Hameedullah released a video statement. In it, he openly criticized the Hafiz Gul Bahadur Shura in Afghanistan and accused local HGB commander Siddiqullah Gurbaz of siding with the Baka Khel community against him, acting without his permission, and undermining his authority.

Hameedullah went further, directly challenging Siddiqullah’s faction and the Baka Khel locals. He threatened that he would abduct and kill Malik Imran Bakhmal again, accusing him of being an ISI spy.

During the same video, Commander Meedu (Hameedullah) also issued threats against Malik Gul Baz Khan, another influential figure. In reality, Hameedullah, Siddiqullah, and Malik Gul Baz Khan have had old ties and dealings. During past elections, Malik Gul Baz Khan had relied on these commanders for various tasks, and it is even suspected that some past incidents of killings and kidnappings may have indirectly served his interests. This time, however, Malik Gul Baz Khan sided with Malik Bakhmal against Hameedullah, this infuriated him, and now both groups are openly issuing threats against each other.

A True Hero: Zahoor Rehman – The Teacher Who Saved Countless Lives in Beshonai but was Claimed by the Floodwaters

Among the fortunate survivors of Beshonai village stands Muhammad Ijaz, who miraculously escaped the raging flood that struck on Friday morning. Yet, the local teacher, Zahoor Rehman – the brave soul who risked everything to rescue him and many others – ultimately sacrificed his own life, as the merciless torrent swept him away.

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A blast has been reported in Inayat Kallay, Bajaur, targeting military vehicles. Thick plumes of smoke are rising from the area. Continuous gunfire has been reported from afar.

Further details are awaited.

-UPDATE: Initial reports suggest that three people were injured.
One of the injured has been identified as Zabiullah, son of Fainda Khan, a resident of Inayat Qila, who sustained injuries in the blast.
He has been shifted to District Headquarters Hospital, Khar, for medical treatment.
Further details are awaited.

-UPDATE: The blast struck an SSG vehicle, leaving Major Ejaz among those injured

-UPDATE: Officials have confirmed that at least six soldiers, including a Major, were injured when an improvised explosive device (IED) detonated near a military vehicle on the Inayat Kala Bypass in Bajaur district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The blast triggered widespread panic in the area and was followed by an exchange of gunfire.

-UPDATE: According to reports, one SSG soldier succumbed to his injuries. The martyred soldier has been identified as Lance Naik Tahir Saleem. Among the injured are Naib Subedar Sajid, Sepoy Basit, Sepoy Zahid, and Sepoy Nisar.

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Naik Ali Raza from Faisalabad and Sepoy Inam Niazi from Mianwali, both belonging to the 64 FF Regiment, embraced martyrdom, today in North Waziristan.

The attack was likely claimed by IMP

-UPDATE: The Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) has claimed responsibility for a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device (VBIED) assault on a Pakistani military convoy in the Inayat Kalai area of Bajaur district, close to the Pak-Afghan border, on Wednesday.

According to the group’s mouthpiece wing, Amaq Agency, militants positioned a “three-wheeled” explosive-laden vehicle along the convoy’s path. The device was triggered as the convoy, composed of military trucks transporting soldiers, passed, delivering a direct impact.

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According to officials, Police prevented an attempted attack on the Fatah Khel checkpoint in the Mandan area of Bannu.Armed individuals tried to target the checkpoint but fled after police responded. No casualties were reported.

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Yesterday, in Sui, Dera Bugti, armed men attacked the CTD office with rockets and automatic weapons. Conflicting reports about casualties have emerged from both sides

Details have emerged from the meeting between Field Marshal and Chief of Army Staff, General Syed Asim Munir, and General Michael Erik Kurilla, Commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM).

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Pakistan, China Press Taliban on Counterterrorism as Trilateral Dialogue Convenes in Kabul

Pakistan and China on Wednesday urged Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities to take decisive action against militant groups operating from its territory, warning that progress in regional economic cooperation hinged on verifiable security guarantees.

The calls came during the 6th Pakistan-China-Afghanistan Trilateral Dialogue, held in Kabul for the first time since the Taliban’s return to power in 2021. While trade and connectivity were on the agenda, security overwhelmingly dominated the discussions.

🔺Security Concerns Take Center Stage

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar told his Afghan counterpart, Amir Khan Muttaqi, that despite “encouraging progress” in trade and political ties, counterterrorism cooperation “continues to lag behind.” He highlighted a surge in recent attacks inside Pakistan carried out by groups based in Afghanistan, including the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA).

“Concrete and verifiable measures are needed against groups such as TTP and BLA/Majeed Brigade,” Dar said, reflecting Islamabad’s growing frustration. A UN Security Council report in July estimated the TTP has about 6,000 fighters in Afghanistan, with support from the Taliban. Bolstered by ties to Islamic State Khorasan (IS-K), Al Qaeda, and Baloch separatists.

China, too, expressed unease. Foreign Minister Wang Yi raised concerns about the East Turkestan Islamic Movement (ETIM), also known as the Turkistan Islamic Party, which has a presence in Afghanistan and calls for “jihad in Xinjiang.” Wang warned that stability in Afghanistan was a prerequisite for extending economic projects, including CPEC and the Mes Aynak copper mine, into the country.

Afghan Prime Minister Mullah Hassan Akhund insisted that Afghan soil would not be allowed to threaten its neighbors. Muttaqi also reassured Dar that Afghanistan remained committed to ensuring no terrorist group would be permitted to operate against Pakistan or China. However, the Taliban have been reluctant to take sweeping action against the TTP, fearing defections to IS-K and instability within their own ranks.

🔺Diplomatic Strains and Mixed Optics

Despite a Chinese-brokered thaw earlier this year that saw Pakistan and Afghanistan restore ambassadorial-level ties, tensions linger. Kabul’s reception of Dar was notably cooler than that of Wang Yi, who met Akhund directly. Afghan officials also signaled irritation at an upcoming opposition conference in Islamabad, though this was not mentioned in official communiques.

The Taliban have undertaken limited measures, such as relocating some TTP families to Ghazni and Zabul provinces, but the militants refused further relocation to Afghanistan’s north due to logistical issues. Meanwhile, reports suggest the Taliban continue to provide financial support to elements of the TTP.

🔺Economic Promises Amid Security Doubts

Despite security strains, all three sides reaffirmed their commitment to expand cooperation in trade, transit, health, education, and counter-narcotics. A central theme was the extension of CPEC into Afghanistan, a long-discussed initiative that Beijing sees as vital for regional connectivity under the Belt and Road Initiative.

Afghanistan, for its part, framed the talks as an economic milestone. Muttaqi declared that Kabul aims to transform its foreign policy from a “security narrative” to one centered on economic integration, portraying Afghanistan as a potential hub for regional trade and transit.

Yet Pakistan and China continue to link meaningful economic engagement with security assurances. As one Pakistani diplomat put it, “Without stability, there can be no connectivity.”

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Again unconfirmed reports suggest that Afghanistan’s General Directorate of Intelligence (GDI) recently launched operations in Paktika and Khost, detaining Mullah Sangin Group commander Hayatullah, alias Ghalchaki Tangiwal, along with two close associates. During the raids, GDI units reportedly dismantled the group’s local office, before transferring the suspects to Kabul’s Pul-e-Charkhi prison.

Hayatullah is accused of serving as a key facilitator and recruiter for both the TTP and the TTG faction. It is allege that he was directly involved in planning an attack aimed at sabotaging the recent Pakistan-China-Afghanistan trilateral dialogue in Kabul. He and his network are also reported to have rejected the Islamic Emirate’s August 15 “Independence Day” commemorations, which marked the withdrawal of US and allied forces.

Nonetheless, it should be caution that the announcement may represent more of a political performance by the Afghan authorities than a genuine crackdown. Hayatullah could have simply been instructed to lie low for a period, rather than being actually neutralized.

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Yesterday, DI Khan district police and CTD conducted an intelligence-based operation near Sikandar Road, Drain Dihah Bharki, under the jurisdiction of Proa Police Station. During the raid, two millitants of the proscribed group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (Bali Khehara Group), identified as Rasheed and Rafiuddin, were killed. A significant cache of weapons and explosives was recovered, including a Kalashnikov, rocket launcher, hand grenades, and ammunition. The millitants were involved in targeted killings of police personnel, Shia community leaders, and attacks on security forces.