Pakistan's position as the world's second most terrorism-affected country in the latest Global Terrorism Index represents more than a statistical ranking—it reflects a fundamental national security crisis demanding urgent recalibration of strategy. The recent Bannu attack, claiming 18 lives including security personnel, exemplifies the escalating threat landscape that now requires uncompromising military and political responses.
The Resurgent TTP Threat
The Taliban's Afghanistan takeover has directly enabled TTP's resurgence through: