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Agence France-Presse in Miranshah

Foreign Islamist fighters exit tribal zone in Pakistan’s northwest

An alleged militant, with an assault rifle slung over his shoulder, in Miranshah, North Waziristan on Thursday. Photo: AFP

Islamist fighters, including included Chechens, Uzbeks, Turkmen, Tajiks and Uygurs, are leaving the North Waziristan region of Pakistan in anticipation of an Pakistani army offensive

13 Jun 2014 - 12:32PM

Pakistan pounds insurgent hideouts, targeting Uygur separatists

An injured tribesman arrives at a hospital from North Waziristan, following operations by the Pakistan army. Photo: AFP
24 May 2014 - 3:48PM

Pakistani Taliban choose new leader, dismiss peace talks

Pakistanis watch a TV news report about the new leader of the Taliban, Mullah Fazlullah, in Islamabad on Thursday. Photo: AP
8 Nov 2013 - 9:57AM

US drone strike kills three militants in Pakistan

Protesters rally against US drone attacks in Peshawar, Pakistan. Photo: EPA

A US drone strike targeting a vehicle killed at least three militants in a restive Pakistani tribal region near the Afghan border, security officials said.

1 Oct 2012 - 11:07AM
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