Shahriar Kabir is the president of the advisory council of the group named “Ektarer Ghatak Dalal Nirmul Committee”…reports Asian Lite News
Bangladesh Police have arrested a top leader of an advocacy group that was vocal in demanding trial for war criminals in the 1971 Bangladesh liberation war against Pakistan, police said on Tuesday.
“We have arrested Shahriar Kabir,” a police official told ANI over the phone.
“There are 10 cases against him for murders and other crimes”, the Dhakha Police said without further details. Kabir will be produced in court later in the day.
Shahriar Kabir is the president of the advisory council of the group named “Ektarer Ghatak Dalal Nirmul Committee”.
“The police have detained Shahriar Kabir from his residence in Mohakhali in capital Dhaka on Moday midnight”, said Kazi Mukul, Executive President of Ektarer Ghatak Dalal Nirmul Committee.
The Ekattorer Ghatak-Dalal Nirmul Committee was established in January 1992 by a group of individuals to advocate for the trial of those who committed crimes against humanity during the War of Independence from Pakistan.
According to the Dhaka Tribune, on August 20, Mufti Harun Izhar Chowdhury, Hefazat-e-Islam’s joint secretary, filed a complaint over allegations of crimes against humanity and mass killing with the International Crimes Tribunal. These accusations were made against former prime minister Sheikh Hasina and 23 others in connection with a Hefazat-e-Islam rally on May 5, 2013, at Shapla Chattar in Motijheel. One of the alleged accused is Shahriar Kabir.
Shahriyar Kabir is a Bangladeshi journalist, filmmaker, human rights activist, and author of several books focusing on human rights, communism, fundamentalism, history, and the Bangladesh war of independence.
Earlier, Bangladesh police detained two senior journalists from an area near the India-Bangladesh border in northern Mymensingh. The detained journalists Shyamal Dutta and Mozammel Babuare are alleged to be close to ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
A month ago, a student-led movement ousted Sheikh Hasina as Prime Minister of Bangladesh, after weeks of protests and clashes that killed over 600 people. Sheikh Hasina fled to India on August 5 and an interim government led by Nobel Peace laureate Muhammad Yunus was formed. (ANI)
Despite claims of having sufficient support for the constitutional amendments, the government’s reluctance to present the package appears to be largely due to opposition from the JUI-F….reports Asian Lite News
The much-anticipated ‘Constitutional Package’ failed to make its way to the parliament even on Tuesday as the Pakistan government deferred presenting the proposed amendments, saying that it would bring the legislation before the house after a consensus had been achieved, Dawn reported.
Despite claims of having sufficient support for the constitutional amendments, the government’s reluctance to present the package appears to be largely due to opposition from the JUI-F. The government’s efforts to address the objections through backchannel negotiations are ongoing.
Although the package was not presented to parliament, a draft of the proposed constitutional changes began circulating widely on social media and mainstream outlets, offering a glimpse into the government’s plans for the judiciary.
According to leaders from the PML-N, this draft was not intended to be the final version. The government plans to incorporate feedback from opposition parties before finalising the document.
Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar clarified in the National Assembly that the draft shared was a preliminary working paper rather than the conclusive draft.
Barrister Aqeel Malik, an aide to the Prime Minister on legal matters, mentioned in a television interview that objections to certain clauses of the proposed bill were the reason it wasn’t tabled in parliament on Monday.
“There were some objections to some of the clauses of the proposed bill, that was why it could not be tabled in parliament [on Monday],” he stated.
He further emphasised that the government aims to secure a consensus and is prepared to amend the proposal accordingly, indicating that the bill would not be presented until broader agreement is achieved, as reported by Dawn.
PML-N leader Tariq Fazal Chaudhry announced on TV that the government plans to make another attempt to pass the package within the next two to three weeks. He noted that the government needs 13 opposition votes to achieve the two-thirds majority required for the constitutional amendment.
Earlier on Monday, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with a delegation from the PPP, led by Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari. The discussion focused on securing support for the ‘Constitutional Package’. According to the Prime Minister’s Office, both parties reviewed the proposed amendments in depth and agreed to broaden the consultation process.
Prime Minister Shehbaz emphasised that constitutional amendments fall within the purview of parliament’s rights and stated that the proposed changes aim to deliver immediate and effective justice. He encouraged PPP leaders to continue their involvement in the consultative process.
Dawn reported citing sources that while the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) and Imran Khan-founded Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) have largely agreed with the package’s provisions, including the creation of a constitutional court, they oppose a proposal to extend the tenure of the Chief Justice and other Supreme Court judges.
Senator Irfan Siddiqui announced that the ‘Constitutional Package’ would not be presented to parliament on Monday, leading to the prorogation of both the Senate and National Assembly sessions.
Senator Siddiqui also said that the draft circulated was not the final version and needed further refinement with input from all parliamentary parties. He added that JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman had not outright rejected the package but sought more time to review the proposed amendments
Siddiqui affirmed hope that the government would refine the proposal over the next two weeks to address all stakeholders’ concerns before presenting it again. He noted that there were no objections to the establishment of a constitutional court, intended to handle constitutional matters and reduce the backlog in the Supreme Court, which currently has over 60,000 pending cases.
Siddiqui mentioned that the delay was partly due to the government’s attempt to keep all ruling alliance members in the capital, which had become challenging. (ANI)
The CFJ reported that 15 of the accused face mandatory death sentences if convicted. …reports Asian Lite News
A new report by Clooney Foundation for Justice (CFJ), a US-based nonprofit organisation that works to advance justice and protect human rights around the world, revealed that Pakistan’s blasphemy laws are being misused.
Many defendants are facing false accusations, long legal battles, and extended pre-trial detention because judges are wary of upsetting religious groups, reported Voice of America (VOA).
The CFJ reported that 15 of the accused face mandatory death sentences if convicted. However, the report indicated that there has been minimal progress in most cases, with 217 out of 252 hearings being adjourned, which has resulted in many defendants remaining in pre-trial detention.
In Pakistan, making derogatory remarks about Islam or the Prophet Muhammad is punishable by death under the country’s blasphemy laws, although no executions have ever been carried out under these laws.
The CFJ’s report criticised these laws for their inconsistency with international standards, particularly the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR).
According to Voice of America, the report found that many blasphemy accusations are poorly substantiated, with complainants frequently lacking direct evidence of the alleged acts and sometimes unable to identify the specific blasphemous statements.
Despite existing safeguards, such as the need for government approval to press charges, these procedures are often ignored. The report also noted that defendants are frequently arrested without warrants, denied bail, and face repeated adjournments due to absent witnesses, which prolongs their legal struggles.
The CFJ called for Pakistan to repeal its blasphemy laws, improve the standards for filing accusations, deter false claims, and reform court processes to avoid interminable delays.
The report also highlighted the increasing prevalence of mob violence against those accused of blasphemy, with some cases not even reaching trial.
Voice of America reported that Pakistani officials had not immediately responded to the CFJ’s findings, which come ahead of the United Nations Human Rights Committee’s review of Pakistan scheduled for October 17.
The report follows recent incidents, including the killing of a man in Balochistan by a police officer while he was in custody on blasphemy charges. The victim, a Muslim, was arrested for allegedly making derogatory remarks about the Prophet Muhammad.
Earlier in June, a 73-year-old Christian man died in Punjab after being attacked by a mob for allegedly insulting Islam. Additionally, a Muslim man was lynched in Swat Valley, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, after being accused of desecrating the Quran. (ANI)
Chinese fighter jets were mobilised to track the aircraft, reinforcing their commitment to defending territorial integrity and regional stability….reports Asian Lite News
China has expressed strong disapproval after its military shadowed a U.S. aircraft that flew over the Taiwan Strait on Tuesday.
The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) vowed to protect national sovereignty, following the transit of a U.S. P-8A anti-submarine patrol aircraft through the politically sensitive region.
According to PLA spokesperson Li Xi, Chinese fighter jets were mobilised to track the aircraft, reinforcing their commitment to defending territorial integrity and regional stability.
Beijing regards Taiwan as a breakaway province and asserts control over the Taiwan Strait, while the U.S. Navy maintains that the P-8A flight was in line with international law, supporting free navigation in the Indo-Pacific.
Taiwan’s defence ministry confirmed the aircraft’s passage, reporting no unusual activity.
The incident follows China’s criticism of Germany, whose military ships recently passed through the same waterway, and occurs amid continued U.S. support for Taiwan, including a recent $228 million arms deal to support Taiwan’s aircraft maintenance.
Meanwhile, Taiwan Ministry of National Defence detected 9 Chinese military aircraft, 13 naval vessels, and one official ship around its territory from 6 am (local time) on Tuesday till 6 am (local time) on Wednesday, Taiwan News reported.
According to Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence (MND), of the nine People’s Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft, six crossed the Taiwan Strait median line in the country’s northern air defence identification zone (ADIZ).
In response, Taiwan sent aircraft and naval ships and deployed coastal-based missile systems to monitor PLA activity, as per Taiwan News.
“9 PLA aircraft, 13 PLAN vessels, and 1 official ship operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 6 of the aircraft crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait. We have monitored the situation and responded accordingly,” Taiwan’s MND said on X.
Further, the ministry also shared another post in which they reported a significant increase in People’s Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft activity near Taiwan.
According to the MND, a total of 15 PLA aircraft were detected. The aircraft, which included J-16 and KJ-500, were observed operating in various areas.
Twelve of the detected aircraft crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered the northern, central, and southwestern Taiwan’s Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ).
“Overall 15 #PLA aircraft in various types (including J-16, KJ-500, etc.) were detected from 0820hr today. Out of which, 12 crossed the median line of the #Taiwan Strait and entered the northern, central, and southwestern ADIZ,” said Taiwan MND on X.
This latest Chinese military activity adds to a series of similar provocations by Beijing in recent months. China has increased its military activities near Taiwan, including regular air and naval incursions into Taiwan’s ADIZ and military exercises near the island.
So far this month, Taiwan has tracked 260 Chinese military aircraft and 141 ships. Since September 2020, China has increased its use of gray zone tactics by incrementally increasing the number of military aircraft and naval vessels operating around Taiwan.
The US Congress has been notified of the sale and is expected to grant its approval…reports Asian Lite News
The US State Department has approved a potential military sale to Taiwan valued at approximately USD 228 million amid heightened tensions with China, reported Focus Taiwan.
According to US Department of Defence’s Defence Security Cooperation Agency, the sale involves the return, repair, and reshipment of spare parts and related equipment. This includes both classified and unclassified components for aircraft, as well as associated engineering, technical, and logistics support services.
The US Congress has been notified of the sale and is expected to grant its approval. Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its appreciation for the US’s continued support of Taiwan’s security under the Taiwan Relations Act and the Six Assurances.
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence also highlighted the strategic importance of this sale, noting that ongoing grey zone tactics by China have impacted Taiwan’s training and operational readiness. The ministry further highlighted that this aviation-related equipment would enhance the combat readiness and safety of Taiwan’s Air Force.
According to CNA, this marks the 16th military sale to Taiwan authorised by the Biden administration, underscoring sustained US support.
Over the past five years, US-Taiwan relations have grown significantly, particularly in terms of military cooperation and economic ties, as tensions with China continue to escalate. Under President Joe Biden, the US has intensified its support for Taiwan through increased arms sales and military exchanges.
In 2021, the US approved a significant arms deal with Taiwan that included F-16 fighter jets and anti-ship missiles, further demonstrating a firm commitment to Taiwan’s defence. Recently, Taiwan’s defence ministry announced that the delivery of F-16V fighter jets, which were purchased from the US, is now expected to begin in 2026, following the resolution of production and delivery issues, reported Focus Taiwan.
Additionally, the US has advocated for Taiwan’s inclusion in various international organizations and forums, from which it has historically been excluded due to China’s objections.
For example, in 2021, the US supported Taiwan’s bids to join the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).
High-level meetings between US and Taiwanese officials have also deepened bilateral economic and technological collaboration, particularly in the semiconductor industry, where Taiwan plays a key role. Despite the strengthening partnership, the US maintains its “One China” policy, officially acknowledging Beijing’s claims over Taiwan while maintaining unofficial relations with Taipei.
China has strongly condemned US actions, ramping up military activities around Taiwan in response to what it views as provocations. (ANI)
Myanmar, which is hit by Typhoon Yagi, will get 32 tons of relief material and 10 tons of ration…reports Asian Lite News
The spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal on Tuesday said that as a part of continuing efforts under Operation Sadbhav, the Navy and Air Force have dispatched a second tranche of aid to Myanmar.
Myanmar, which is hit by Typhoon Yagi, will get 32 tons of relief material and 10 tons of ration, Jaiswal said.
In a post on X, Jaiswal said, “Operation Sadbhav continues: India dispatches a second tranche of aid to Myanmar. @IAF_mcc aircraft is carrying 32 tons of relief material including genset, hygiene kits, temporary shelter, water purification supplies and medicines for the people of Myanmar. Indian Navy @indiannavy is bringing additional 10 tons of ration for Myanmar.”
Earlier on Sunday, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that as a part of Operation Sadbhav, the government has dispatched humanitarian aid to Myanmar, Vietnam and Laos.
The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Sunday deployed its C-17 Globemaster aircraft to provide Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations in Vietnam (Hanoi) following the severe flooding caused by Typhoon Yagi.
Loading and coordination was carried out by C-17 team at Hindan Air Force Station. 35 tons of aid comprising of water purification items, water containers, blankets, kitchen utensils, solar lanterns for Vietnam.
In a post on X, External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar said, “India launches Operation Sadbhav. Demonstrating our solidarity with the people affected by Typhoon Yagi, India is dispatching aid to Myanmar, Vietnam and Laos. 10 tons of aid including dry ration, clothing and medicines left for Myanmar onboard Indian Navy INS Satpura today. @IAF_MCC is carrying 35 tons of aid comprising of water purification items, water containers, blankets, kitchen utensils, solar lanterns for Vietnam. 10 tons of aid comprising genset, water purification items, hygiene supplies, mosquito nets, blankets and sleeping bags for Laos.”
Meanwhile, at least 236 people have been confirmed dead after Typhoon Yagi caused severe flooding in several regions of Myanmar. Some 77 people remain missing, reported Al-Jazeera citing state-run Global New Light of Myanmar. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) indicated the toll could be even higher. (ANI)
The El Nino-induced drought has contributed to deteriorating food security conditions across Namibia, driving negative impacts on crop and livestock production…reports Asian Lite News
India has stepped up to support Namibia to boost their food security. A shipment of 1000 metric tons of rice has departed from Maharashtra’s Nhava Sheva Port, headed for Namibia.
Sharing a post on X, Randhir Jaiswal, the official spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs, wrote, “Humanitarian support to Namibia: In solidarity with the Global South. As a credible HADR (Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief) provider and a reliable friend, India is extending food grain assistance to the people of Namibia, to strengthen their food security in the wake of recent spells of drought.”
The post further said, “A consignment of 1000MTs rice has departed from Nhava Sheva Port for Namibia today.”
Notably, the El Nino-induced drought has contributed to deteriorating food security conditions across Namibia, driving negative impacts on crop and livestock production, food price shocks, and unemployment, as per the official website of US Embassy in Namibia.
El Nino is a climate phenomenon that occurs when the Pacific Ocean warms above average, causing irregular global weather patterns.
The latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) Report warns of a severe food security crisis in Namibia, with an estimated 1.4 million individuals – nearly half of the population – anticipated to experience high levels of acute food insecurity. This critical situation is expected to increase during the lean season, spanning September 2024 to March 2025.
India and Namibia enjoy warm and cordial relations. The Namibian people and leadership view India as a dependable and trusted friend. Indian support during their liberation struggle is warmly recalled by Namibian leaders, according to a website of the High Commission of India in Namibia. (ANI)
The previous round of consultations was held in March 2023 in New Delhi…reports Asian Lite News
The 6th round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) between India and Uruguay took place on September 16, 2024, in Montevideo. The Indian delegation was led by Mr. Jaideep Mazumdar, Secretary (East) of the Ministry of External Affairs of India, while the Uruguayan delegation was headed by Mr. Nicolas Albertoni, Vice Foreign Minister of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay.
The previous round of consultations was held in March 2023 in New Delhi, the MEA stated in an official press release.
The discussions focused on a comprehensive review of the progress in bilateral relations and explored new areas of cooperation. Key sectors under consideration included Trade and Investment, Information & Communication Technology, Railways, Ayurveda and Yoga, Development Cooperation, Health and Pharma, Agriculture, and Consular issues.
Both sides also reviewed their collaboration within multilateral institutions and exchanged views on various regional and global issues of common interest.
A significant outcome of the meeting was the conclusion of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the Gainful Employment of Relatives of Diplomats. The MoU was signed by Mr. Dinesh Bhatia, Ambassador of India to Argentina & Uruguay, and Mr. Nicolas Albertoni, Uruguayan Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs.
This agreement aims to facilitate employment opportunities for the relatives of diplomats, thereby strengthening bilateral ties, as per the press release.
Both delegations expressed satisfaction with the progress made in their relations and agreed to explore new avenues for cooperation.
It was decided to schedule the next round of Foreign Office Consultations at a mutually convenient date, underscoring the commitment of both nations to continue enhancing their partnership.
During the visit, Secretary (East) Mr. Jaideep Mazumdar also met with the Foreign Minister of Uruguay, Omar Paganini, to further discuss and reinforce the strategic aspects of their bilateral relationship. The consultations reaffirmed the ongoing commitment of both India and Uruguay to strengthen their diplomatic and economic ties. (ANI)
Minister Joshi said that India looks forward to leveraging Denmark’s expertise and experience in the renewable sector….reports Asian Lite News
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday said that he met Morten Bodskov, Minister for Industry, Business and Financial Affairs of Denmark.
Jaishankar said that the two discussed about taking forward the Green Strategic Partnership.
In a post on X, he said, “Pleased to meet today Mr. Morten Bodskov, Minister for Industry, Business and Financial Affairs of Denmark. Discussed taking forward our Green Strategic Partnership.”
Earlier on September 16, Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi held a bilateral meeting with Danish Minister for Industry, Business and Financial Affairs Morten Bodskov during the ongoing Re-Invest 2024 being held in Gandhinagar.
Minister Joshi said that India looks forward to leveraging Denmark’s expertise and experience in the renewable sector. He also invited Danish companies to invest in India as it rises on the global renewable energy horizon.
“India has made substantial strides in expanding its renewable energy capacity, setting ambitious targets and creating an environment conducive to the sustainable development,” Joshi said in his remarks.
At COP26 held in 2021, India committed to an ambitious five-part “Panchamrit” pledge. They included reaching 500 GW of non-fossil electricity capacity, generating half of all energy requirements from renewables, and reducing emissions by 1 billion tonnes by 2030. India as a whole also aims to reduce the emissions intensity of GDP by 45 per cent. Finally, India commits to net-zero emissions by 2070.
India meets a sizable portion of its energy needs through fossil fuels, and various renewable energy sources, are seen as an avenue to reduce the dependence on conventional sources of power.
“The country has become a leading force in the solar and wind energy, positioning itself as a key contributor to the global clean energy transition. Our commitment to integrating the green energy solutions into India’s growth strategy has not only propelled the nation forward but also demonstrated his dedication to combating the climate change and promoting environmental sustainability on the world stage,” he added. (ANI)
The influence of Pakistan on the Afghan political scenario has always far exceeded that of any other foreign power. The massive role that Pakistan has played throughout in ensuring a constant state of chaos and disruption to fill its coffers is well evident through its (again, not so) coveted action of arranging funding for the Taliban, writes Dr Sakariya Kareem
Over the last many decades, Pakistan has been involved in managing a two-face where it is bound to join the international coalition against terrorism, but at the same time (not so) covertly supports the terrorist activities and wars in its neighborhood. Moreover, Pakistan has not used wars only to support its political agenda but has also shown vicious rent-seeking behavior to benefit its economy by supporting the war. A clear and unfortunate example of the same is Afghanistan, where Pakistan has been fuelling its economy at the cost of the war-torn nation.
The influence of Pakistan on the Afghan political scenario has always far exceeded that of any other foreign power. The massive role that Pakistan has played throughout in ensuring a constant state of chaos and disruption to fill its coffers is well evident through its (again, not so) coveted action of arranging funding for the Taliban. It has also been financially supporting the Taliban’s activities in Afghanistan, along with diplomatic assistance to their missions. The support has not just been financial but also extended to the capacity-building of the militia. Pakistan has been involved in providing training and recruitment of resources to the Taliban to inflict terror and perpetuate war in the region.
Pakistani military has been a major beneficiary of the conflict in the region. For long, the smuggling business between the two has worked as a symbiotic economic relationship between the Taliban and the Pakistan army, characterized by smuggling of goods from Pakistan to Afghanistan. Moreover, there has been evidence produced by Human Rights Watch that how Pakistan military advisers have been involved in ensuring the effectiveness of the military operations of the Taliban on the battlefield.
Historically, it has been of interest for Pakistan to ensure a state of chaos in Afghanistan for several reasons. One reason stems from the colonial past, with the conflict about the Durand Line, resulting in the erstwhile Afghan governments’ refusal to accept the border and demand for Pashtun territories. Secondly, the rise of the Taliban was unacceptable to India, eliminating the chances of amicability between formal Afghan governments and India, which added to the reasons for Pakistan to support the Taliban for its border security, again at the cost of the Afghani population.
Pakistan has been preying on Afghanistan for procuring resources for running its own economy for decades. During the Cold War era, Pakistan’s economy was faltering due to oil price shock, crop failure, floods, and curtailment of aid from the West. At that time, Pakistan found avenues through its involvement in the war in Afghanistan to earn revenues. In 1979, it got involved in a proxy war against the USSR invasion of Afghanistan, reaping economic support from the USA and Saudi Arabia. Thus, the assembly-line production of mujahideens became an important economic activity for Pakistan, for which it was well-compensated, eventually helping Islamabad to pull the economy out of a slump.
The terrorist production factory of Pakistan got further impetus during the 1979 Islamic revolution in Iran. In order to ensure a stronger disposition for Sunni Muslims in Pakistan in the wake of Iran’s revolution, Saudi Arabia gave massive funding to Islamabad. This led to a cultural change as well in Pakistan, through increased radicalization via education, ensuring continuous supply, and a “reserve army of terrorists.”
Cut to the 2000s, in the backdrop of 9/11 and the US’s global war on terror, Pakistan received massive compensation of US$62.2 billion from the US for providing bases and transit facilities for Afghanistan operations till 2010. However, in late 2018, under the Trump administration, there was a slackening of the relations and funding to Islamabad.
Currently, Pakistan’s economy is staggering and facing its worst economic crisis since independence. The economy, over the last two years, has faced massive floods and has been hard hit by inflation, along with the burden of a pandemic. The IMF, with many stringent conditions, has agreed to provide a $7 billion bailout package to Pakistan. However, many experts fear that the bailout package will not ensure sustainable growth of the economy if measures are not taken to stabilize the economy. Moreover, given the exceptional record of Pakistan, of maintaining a parasitic relationship with its poor neighbour, experts opine that Islamabad is looking for yet another sadistic-strategic move into Afghanistan with the re-rise of Taliban after 2021. However, the IMF funding, fear of FATF and global opposition to the Afghan Taliban are major barriers to Islamabad’s possible intentions to unscrupulously support its crumbling economy.
The recent Pakistan airstrikes in Afghanistan are a result of months of tensions between the two states. The blame game is on where Pakistan warns Afghanistan to limit the Tehrik-e Taliban Pakistan’s (TTP) activities, and Afghan Taliban, in return, asks Pak to address their grievances. The strikes backfired against Pakistan. As they alleged, the strikes did not kill any TTP leader, but rather, civilians were murdered.
(Str/Xinhua/IANS)
However, despite the TTP, which threatens Pakistan’s safety, there is no apparent strong motivation in Pakistan to vehemently oppose the Taliban. This may be due to its expectations to limit India’s influence on the Taliban in the future and use the Taliban again as prey for the extraction of quick-fix economic benefits. It is yet to see when and how Pakistan, yet again executes its economic parasitic policies towards Afghanistan.
