The main cause of terrorism in Bannu is the presence of “good Taliban” in this area. These good
Taliban didn’t wield much influence in the past, but in recent times they have gained significant power.
The energetic women leading the movement are politically charged, and the long history of unending miseries, neglect, and harsh treatment by the federation is further strengthening their support.
To offer a divine touch, history of Pakistan was traced back to the first invasion of India by a Muslim and the history of Caliphate offered as a prelude to the country’s creation.
Witnesses interviewed by The Wayward described how police would raid refugee homes during
midnight hours, wake up and arrest men, women and children, and take them away to deportation
centres, leaving their homes and hearths behind. This is the state of affairs.
It is not surprising that according to a survey conducted by Gallup Pakistan and Gallup International Association (GIA), 28% of Pakistanis express a positive outlook on the increased membership into the BRICS. On the other hand, 39% report not having heard of the alliance and 9% having a negative outlook. This is not alarming since China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and International Monetary Fund (IMF) have taken over the public and governmental psyche. We as a state see ourselves cyclically dependent on them. And there seems to be no way out.
As pro-genocide narratives floundered, the contrast between the actual images on social media and the dishonest propaganda of governments and traditional media has radicalised citizens into coming out in large numbers against the genocide.