Pakistan is staring down a perfect storm of crises.
From escalating protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir to a rapidly deteriorating security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, pressure is mounting on the Shehbaz Sharif government. Is the Shehbaz Sharif government losing its grip and can it contain the political, economic and security crises threatening to overwhelm Pakistan?

Protests, Security Crisis & Political Turmoil Rock Pakistan

Pakistan witnessed its deadliest month of 2026 as militant attacks, bombings, and counterterrorism operations intensified across the country.

According to a report by the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS), 606 people were killed and 232 injured during terror attacks and security operations in July 2026. The report highlights a sharp escalation in violence across Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where militants reportedly used IEDs and quadcopter attacks to target infrastructure.

Pakistan's Deadliest Month of 2026 | Terror Attacks Surge Across Balochistan & Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Seven police personnel, including a DSP, and eight militants were killed during a militant attack on a checkpost in Pakistan's Hangu district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. A clearance operation remains ongoing.

DSP among 7 policemen killed as militants storm Pakistan checkpost; 8 attackers dead

The attackers first tried to breach the security of the joint check post but were repelled by security forces. The attackers then rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into the perimeter wall of the check post, causing a powerful blast that severely damaged the facility.

Terror attack on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa checkpost kills 15, including 12 Pakistani soldiers

The European Commission has warned that Pakistan could lose its valuable EU trade preferences unless it addresses worsening human rights concerns, including enforced disappearances, restrictions on free speech and weak accountability.

EU concerned over disappearances in Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; special trade benefits for Pakistan at risk

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Sohail Afridi directly blamed Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir for rigging the 2024 General Election and imprisoning Imran Khan.
Afridi made it clear that PTI's main 'enemy' is Pakistan's military establishment.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Sohail Afridi Slams Asim Munir-Led Military For 'Rigging' Polls

Two soldiers, including a lieutenant colonel, have been killed during a military operation when a fighter driving an explosive-laden motorcycle rammed a security convoy vehicle in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province near the border with Afghanistan. 


Pakistan: 2 Soldiers Killed in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 

Pakistan has seen a resurgence of suicide attacks in the last few months. On Monday, militants rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into a wall near a checkpoint in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, leading to the death of 11 security personnel. This reflects a broader pattern looking at the data from the past 15 years.


GRAVITAS Deepdive: Pakistan Sees Resurgence of Suicide Attacks as Internal Turmoil Intensifies

At least 14 security personnel, 18 militants and 3 civilians were killed in bomb attacks and gunfights in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

14 soldiers, 18 militants killed in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa bombings; child among civilian dead

Maryam Nawaz addressed students at Gujrat University on February 16, claiming that people in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are living in the “stone age” due to PTI’s lack of development and technology initiatives. She highlighted that students in Punjab have access to multiple schemes, including technical training programs, emphasizing her government’s focus on education, skill development, and technological advancement.

Maryam Nawaz: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Still in “Stone Age”

In Pakistan, seven people were killed and several others were injured in a suicide blast during wedding celebrations at the residence of a peace committee member in northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province last night.

Seven Killed in a Blast During Wedding Ceremony in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

At least 5 people were killed and several others injured when a suicide bomber detonated an explosive vest among guests at a wedding ceremony in northwest Pakistan's restive Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Friday.


Pakistan Bomb Blast: 5 Killed, 10 Injured as Suicide Bomber Targets Wedding Ceremony in Pakistan

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi alleged that a coordinated propaganda drive was underway to falsely suggest that the provincial government had approved a military operation in the Tirah area of the Khyber tribal district.

PTI to launch street movement on Imran Khan’s directions: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Afridi

Police spokesman confirmed the incident and the casualties, and stated that all of the martyred cops were constables. He added that the deceased policemen were identified as constables Shahid Iqbal, Samiullah, Arif, Safdar and Muhammad Abrar, who was also the mobile’s driver.

VIDEO: Five policemen killed in Pakistan after militant attack on patrolling vehicle

Sohail Afridi has issued a strong warning to the federal government against imposing Governor’s Rule, escalating political tensions between the center and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.


Sohail Afridi Warns Federal Govt Against Imposing Governor's Rule

U.S. President Donald Trump has declared documents signed using the autopen by ex-President Joe Biden as invalid. The move has sparked political debate over the legitimacy of presidential actions and the use of automated signature devices.

PTI Claims Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM's Passport Has Been Blocked

Pakistan: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has accused Islamabad of weaponizing the anti-terror drive against Pashtuns. He alleges the crackdown is hitting innocent communities instead of militants. His remarks have further intensified political tensions across Pakistan’s northwest.


Pakistan: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM accuses army of targeting Pashtuns 

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister has been officially booked, following a statement made outside Adiala Jail in November. Authorities have registered an FIR referencing the statement, marking a significant political development in the region. The case has sparked public attention and discussions on legal accountability and political responsibility.

Pakistan: FIR Registered Against KP Chief Minister Over Statement

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir rushes to defuse growing anger in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa after the provincial chief minister accused the military of killing Pashtuns.


Pak Army Chief Asim Munir scrambles to calm Pashtun unrest 

Twin blasts shook Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, leaving authorities on high alert. Security forces responded swiftly, gunning down two terrorists involved in the attack.


Pakistani military convoy blown up near Afghan border, 6 including army captain killed

Twin blasts shook Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, leaving authorities on high alert. Security forces responded swiftly, gunning down two terrorists involved in the attack.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Blast: Six Pakistani Army Soldiers Killed In TTP Attack 

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) leadership has blamed Pakistan's central government for a recent surge in terrorism, citing a lack of coordination and security support. After a high-level meeting, Afridi announced key policy directives aimed at controlling the situation and boosting provincial response mechanisms.

Pak Tensions Rise: KP Blames Centre for Terror Surge | Afridi Issues New Directives | WION 

Tensions flared along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border as Pakistani forces reportedly destroyed multiple Afghan-Taliban posts in the Chaman sector.

'Pakistan Strikes Violate International Law' | Imran Khan Offers Mediation 

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has called for public protests in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, raising concerns over alleged discrepancies in the official death toll following recent clashes involving the banned Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP).

Imran Khan: 'No External Enemy' | Disputes Govt’s TLP Death Count

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