Pakistan's Battle Against Terror: A Grim Report

A recent report from the Centre for Research and Security Studies (CRSS) highlights 380 deaths and 220 injuries in Pakistan due to violence and terrorism. Most incidents occurred in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. The second quarter saw a 12% reduction in overall violence, though certain regions experienced increased fatalities.

In a disturbing revelation, a recent report by the Centre for Research and Security Studies (CRSS) has recorded 380 deaths and 220 injuries in Pakistan, stemming from 240 terror incidents and counter-terror operations.

Khyber Pakhtun­khwa and Balochistan provinces emerged as the primary hotspots, accounting for nearly 92 per cent of fatalities and 87 per cent of attacks, a worrying trend noted by the think tank.

The report highlights a notable 12 per cent reduction in overall violence in the second quarter, with fatalities dropping to 380 from 432 in the first quarter. Remarkably, Balochistan saw a 46 per cent decline in violence.

Nevertheless, regions like Punjab and Khyber Pakhtun­khwa saw an uptick in fatalities. Civilians, government officials, and security personnel bore the brunt, with 62 per cent of all fatalities compared to 38 per cent among outlaws. Particularly targeted were individuals based on ethnic identities, polio workers, and coal miners.

Terrorist attacks frequently targeted police and army personnel, including high-ranking officials, illustrating the escalating security challenges in these regions.

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