Pakistan’s attacks on Afghanistan are about more than the TTP

Core Impact Points

• Pakistan's attacks on Afghanistan are driven by a desire for strategic dominance, rather than just targeting the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
• The Pakistani military has a history of supporting militant groups to pursue geostrategic objectives in Afghanistan and against India.
• The US has been accused of turning a blind eye to Pakistan's double game, with some analysts questioning whether Islamabad genuinely intends to eliminate militant networks.
• Pakistan's pursuit of strategic dominance has led to the suppression of Pashtun and Baloch nationalism, with the country using militant groups to assassinate tribal elders and political activists.
• The US has a vested interest in a stable Afghanistan, as a destabilized region could embolden terrorist groups and threaten regional stability.
• Pakistan's military strategy has failed to address its domestic crises, and the country must abandon its failed approach and engage in political dialogue to address the root causes of militancy.