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Russia warns ISIS-K seeks to expand from Afghanistan
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says ISIS-K aims to exploit Afghanistan as a launchpad for its regional ambitions.
July 19, 2026
Over 20 terrorist groups active in Afghanistan, Russia warns SCO leaders
Moscow says militants arriving from Syria, rising ISIS attacks and Taliban facilitation of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan have intensified fears that Afghan territory is increasingly being used to coordinate violence, destabilize neighboring countries, and expand extremist networks across Central and South Asia.
May 15, 2026
Pakistan strengthens border security amid Taliban-India regional developments
The ICG report highlights South Asia’s 2025 conflicts, cross-border militancy, Afghanistan-India engagement, and regional flashpoints, warning that instability could escalate if underlying tensions remain unaddressed in 2026.
January 8, 2026
Head of ISKP media outlet in Pakistan custody: Sources
Pakistani authorities arrested Islamic State Khorasan Province media chief and spokesperson Sultan Aziz Azzam in May 2025 while crossing from Afghanistan, intelligence sources say, citing his key role in propaganda and recruitment.
December 18, 2025