Strategic Assessment

Over the last two years, Pakistan has made frequent headlines around the world regarding the ongoing escalation within its borders. Pakistan finds itself in the eye of the storm, having to redefine its policy in relation to organizations that until not long ago operated under its auspices but have in recent years become state enemies. The complex relationship the state forged with the terrorist organizations over the years is a source of confusion and inconsistency in Pakistan’s policies vis-à-vis the threat of jihad from within. The increasing terrorism in Pakistan is a central link in the global jihad and a major challenge confronting the international struggle against it.