Pakistan’s Unchecked Taliban Sanctuary Threatens Regional Stability and U.S. Interests

Recent deadly clashes between Pakistani forces and Taliban militants near the Afghan border highlight a persistent threat that stretches beyond Pakistan’s troubled northwest provinces, directly impacting American strategic interests in South Asia. Why Are Militants Still Using Afghan Territory as a Safe Haven? The Pakistani military confirmed that two recent operations targeting Pakistani Taliban hideouts resulted in the deaths of 12 soldiers and 35 militants. While the sacrifice of these soldiers is commendable, the ongoing ability of these insurgents to cross borders with impunity raises serious questions about both Kabul's commitment to stability and Islamabad’s capacity to secure its own...