(By Amir Muhammad Khan) Once again, the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are living under the shadow of fear, uncertainty and terrorism. Almost every day brings another painful story. A police officer is martyred in one place. A soldier loses his life in another. Elsewhere, civilians face attacks on roads, markets and security checkpoints. At such a difficult time, an important question must be asked: how long will the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa continue to carry the dead? The province needs security, good governance and economic development. Yet, political confrontation continues…
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Terrorism and Politics in KP: Why the Delay?
Terrorism and Politics in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa — Why the Delay? Amir Muhammad Khan Pakistan is currently passing through a period in which, despite political differences, it has become more important than ever to keep matters of national security separate from political confrontation. The situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, in particular, has raised several serious questions. On the one hand, there are continuing incidents of terrorism; on the other, allegations of cross-border interference from Afghanistan; and, in addition, growing tensions between the federal government and the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government. Together, these factors…
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