Why Pakistan is seeking a peace deal is because it is aware of the negative fallout of another cycle of violence in Afghanistan. The banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility, something that should be a cause for concern for Islamabad. Even if there is a peace deal and Afghan Taliban join the government this may encourage the Pakistani Taliban. It not only talked of eradicating terrorist groups through military operations but also to fight extremist ideologies. It is time for Pakistan to pay heed to the warning of Gen McKenzie.

Source: The Express Tribune April 26, 2021 04:40 UTC