BY TBPO Date: 12-12-2025
The normalization of relations between the US and China has had a positive impact on Pakistan-US relations. The US had previously attempted to make India the police officer of South Asia, but this strategy failed, and China emerged as a major power in the region. The US has now changed its approach and is seeking to improve relations with China. As a result, the US has approved a $686 million package for Pakistan to upgrade its F-16 fighter jets. This upgrade will extend the life of the aircraft by 15 years, making them operational until 2040. The F-16 is a battle-tested fighter jet, and this upgrade will enhance Pakistan's air force capabilities. However, the US withdrawal from Afghanistan has left behind a significant amount of military equipment, including 160 aircraft, night vision devices, and other arms worth $7.1 billion. This equipment has fallen into the hands of the Taliban and is being used to support terrorist groups, including the TTTP, which is targeting Pakistan. The US Department of Defense has confirmed that the equipment left behind is being used by the Taliban and other terrorist groups. The United Nations has also reported that the TTTP has around 6,000 fighters in Afghanistan and is receiving support from Al-Qaeda. Pakistan has been warning about the presence of terrorist groups in Afghanistan and has been urging the international community to take action. The recent clashes between the National Resistance Front (NRF) and the Taliban in Afghanistan have intensified, and Pakistan's relations with the NRF have improved. In a significant development, over 1,000 Afghan clerics have issued a fatwa urging the Taliban government to stop the recruitment of fighters for militancy in Pakistan. The fatwa declares that fighting against Pakistan is haram (forbidden) and calls on the Taliban to take action to prevent it. This development is seen as a positive step towards reducing tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan and could have a negative impact on the TTTP's operations.
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