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The latest document presents an unflattering yet unsurprising picture of the terrorist milieu in Afghanistan.
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Feb 20, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dawn.com
- Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said Pakistan reserves the right to target terrorist sanctuaries in Afghanistan under Article 51 to protect civilians and security forces.
- The warning followed the Feb 16 Bajaur vehicle-borne suicide attack that killed 11 soldiers, killed a young girl, injured seven others, and was claimed by the TTP.
- Investigators identified the suicide bomber as Amad (also called Qari Abdullah or Abu Zar), reportedly a member of the Afghan Taliban’s special forces from Balkh province.
- Islamabad summoned the Afghan deputy head of mission, delivered a strong demarche and demanded immediate, concrete, verifiable action against terror groups operating from Afghan territory.
We reserve the right to any action in our right to self-defence, which is given to us under Article 51 of the UN Charter.— Statement by Pakistan's Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi, on Pakistan's right to self-defence under Article 51 of the UN Charter in response to cross-border terrorism.
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Aug 20, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Afghanistan's acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi during his visit to Kabul.
- Both nations seek to expand cooperation across multiple sectors, including mining and trade.
- China encourages Afghanistan to officially join the Belt and Road Initiative and plans to begin mining operations this year.
- Efforts are underway to remove trade barriers on agricultural products to increase Afghanistan's exports to China.
Mr. Wang Yi also mentioned that China intends to initiate practical mining activities this year.— Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi discussed China's plans during talks with Afghanistan's acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi.
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Key FactsChina Boosts Economic and Security Ties with Pakistan
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: financialexpress.com
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- China and Pakistan agreed to initiate new projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
- The two nations plan to deepen collaboration across industry, agriculture, mining, and cybersecurity sectors.
- China pledged support for Pakistan in safeguarding its sovereignty and combating terrorism.
- Pakistan has increased security measures to protect Chinese workers involved in CPEC projects from attacks.
China will prioritize Pakistan.— Wang Yi, the Chinese Foreign Minister, spoke about China's support for Pakistan during a meeting with his Pakistani counterpart Ishaq Dar.
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