The Inside Story Podcast

Can Pakistani violence sabotage a fragile truce between their neighbours?

May 16, 2026·24 min
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Recent attacks in Pakistan have killed nearly 50 people, many of them security forces. The Pakistani Taliban says it is behind them. Islamabad accuses Kabul of backing the armed group. Can the violence sabotage a fragile truce between the neighbours? In this episode:  Masood Khan, Former Permanent Representative of Pakistan, United Nations  Michael Kugelman, Senior Fellow, Atlantic Council. Obaidullah Baheer, Adjunct Lecturer, American University of Afghanistan.   Host: James Bays Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

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