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- Aug 18, 2015
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The TTP resistance cannot be compared with the Baloch resistance, which has roots and support within certain regions in Balochistan, helping it sustain its operations. If the TTP had been abandoned by the Afghan Taliban, much of their strength would have evaporated. This is the reason the state should continue to put pressure on the Afghan Taliban regime to restrict its ties with the TTP terrorists.
Balochistan needs a political dialogue to be held amongst stakeholders to decide on talks with armed groups. The TTP is trying hard to conclude a deal with the Baloch insurgents and continuously shows empathy with missing persons and the Baloch cause. However, the TTP is a different case altogether. It is not an insurgency, nor does it enjoy popular support. If brought back to its native areas, it would create tribal feuds, trigger religious violence, and weaken the stateβs writ.
The Afghan Taliban need to talk to the TTP mainly to convince them that peace in the region is inevitable for Afghanistanβs stability and progress. For Pakistan, a complete surrender of the TTP should be the only option.
Balochistan needs a political dialogue to be held amongst stakeholders to decide on talks with armed groups. The TTP is trying hard to conclude a deal with the Baloch insurgents and continuously shows empathy with missing persons and the Baloch cause. However, the TTP is a different case altogether. It is not an insurgency, nor does it enjoy popular support. If brought back to its native areas, it would create tribal feuds, trigger religious violence, and weaken the stateβs writ.
The Afghan Taliban need to talk to the TTP mainly to convince them that peace in the region is inevitable for Afghanistanβs stability and progress. For Pakistan, a complete surrender of the TTP should be the only option.