Security forces have presented tribal jirgas in Bajaur with a stark ultimatum regarding the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP): either expel the militants from the region or vacate the area to allow a full-scale military operation. Officials have categorically rejected negotiations, accusing the TTP of using talks as a stalling tactic while continuing attacks.
Three-Point Demand to Tribal Leaders
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government and security agencies outlined three non-negotiable conditions:
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Immediate expulsion of TTP fighters (many of whom are reportedly Afghan nationals).
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If tribes cannot remove them, temporary evacuation to enable a security forces-led operation.
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If neither is feasible, minimizing civilian casualties during the inevitable crackdown.
Terrorist Exploitation of Local Populations
Authorities emphasized that militants are hiding among civilians while orchestrating attacks. Last year saw 600 terror incidents allegedly backed by the Afghan Taliban. Recent data from PICSS reveals 78 attacks in June 2025 alone, killing over 100 people—including 53 security personnel.
Nationwide Counter-Terror Push
The warning follows heightened operations across Pakistan. In Zhob, Balochistan, forces recently killed 33 infiltrators linked to Indian-backed networks, seizing weapons and explosives. With Bajaur now in focus, the state has made clear: no compromise with groups threatening national security. The next steps depend on whether tribes act—or force a military solution.
