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Pakistan increases budget for police, security forces
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2017-07-18

Pakistan increases budget for police, security forces

The increase shows the government's seriousness in fighting terrorism and establishing lasting peace, analysts say.

Pakistani army launches operation to clear Rajgal Valley of militants
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2017-07-17

Pakistani army launches operation to clear Rajgal Valley of militants

The operation targets various militant groups, including ISIS and TTP.

Tourism booms with improved security in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
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2017-07-12

Tourism booms with improved security in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

More than 3 million tourists visited the province over four days during Eid ul Fitr, police say.

Pakistani army chief announces Safe City Project for Parachinar
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2017-07-11

Pakistani army chief announces Safe City Project for Parachinar

Chief of Army Staff Gen. Qamar Javed Bajwa announced additional security measures while meeting with tribal elders in Kurram Agency.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa security improves with military, police operations
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2017-07-06

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa security improves with military, police operations

Military operations in FATA and KP Police and Counter Terrorism Department actions have driven down violence and crime rates.

Pakistan starts fencing border with Afghanistan
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2017-06-30

Pakistan starts fencing border with Afghanistan

The project aims to deter cross-border movement of militants and improve regional security.

Islamic Military Alliance gathers momentum
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2017-06-29

Islamic Military Alliance gathers momentum

Muslim countries have expressed their willingness to provide a reserve force of 34,000 to the Saudi-led military force.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa beefs up security for Eid ul Fitr
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2017-06-23

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa beefs up security for Eid ul Fitr

Additional police have been deployed in urban centres and entry points to Peshawar, officials say.

Pakistan downs Iranian spy drone, raising alarm over diplomatic relations
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2017-06-22

Pakistan downs Iranian spy drone, raising alarm over diplomatic relations

Pakistan expressed concern about the growing Iranian aggression across the border and disregard for international law.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police determined to end celebratory gunfire
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2017-06-21

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police determined to end celebratory gunfire

At least 33 people were injured in aerial firing in celebration of Pakistan's cricket victory June 18.