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On Feb 6th, 2016, the Quadrilateral Coordination Group (QCG) which consists of the U.S., Pakistan, Afghanistan and China, has held two round table talks to discuss the Afghan-led peace and reconciliation efforts. This would be the third meeting between representatives of all four nations since...

The importance of mutual cooperation between Afghanistan and Pakistan has been acknowledged by the officials from both sides on many occasions. The common enemies have been able to take advantage of the long and rugged terrain shared between the neighboring countries to conduct their terrorist...

COL. Steve Warren, Commander of the Operation against ISIL, Operation Inherent Resolve, was answering tweets posted by people on his Twitter page. Here is a video of him answering a frequently asked question about Daesh on twitter. Haroon Ahmad DET - U.S. Central Command United States...

Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims’ families during this difficult time. It is hard to imagine the pain and suffering of the friends and family at the moment. The readers’ comments clearly depict the rage and anger that presides at this time. We sincerely hope that all those affected...

The attack on the Pakistani Consulate in Jalalabad is one of the latest in a series of attacks happening in Afghanistan, before this it was the Indian consulate in Mazar-i-Sharif, suicide blast in Kabul Restaurant, attacks on airports in Kabul and Qandahar etc. This time however, the Islamic...

The U.S. and Pakistan greatly value each other’s friendship and partnership, and our officials have been coordinating and communicating in regards to our shared peace goals in the region. We regularly highlight the importance of shared cooperation and unity between our nations. Aside from our...

13 months after the APS, the coward enemy has struck again this time targeting students and teachers of Bacha Khan University. Let me share Ambassador David Hale’s statement on this tragic event. “I strongly condemn today’s appalling attack on Bacha Khan University in Charsadda. The blatant...

Arfa Karim Randhawa was just sixteen years old when she passed away after a brief illness in her home town, Lahore on January 14, 2012. So what is so special about this teenager that we write about her today! She was one of the brightest Pakistani child; world’s youngest Microsoft Certified...

Just FYI, if you have any questions regarding coalition efforts against ISIL you can ask COL. Warren directly on Twitter right now. Just tag and RT your question to @CJTFOIR @OIRSpox and don't forget to use hashtag #askOIR Haroon Ahmad DET - U.S. Central Command www.facebook.com/centcomurdu

As I was going through the list, the beautiful images and scenery left a strong desire to visit some of these places. The images show the beauty of Pakistan that often gets overlooked due to the negative aspects that are regularly highlighted in the media. I must admit that it may not be...

Some of worst fears of any parent are becoming a reality under the so called Islamic Caliphate. Thousands of children, toddlers even, are being taught to be violent, violent enough to slit other people’s throats. Among many other clips and images, the video of a small child, barely able to walk...

As we start 2016 with anticipation for peace let’s look back and reflect how 2015 fared! The United States and Pakistan relationship has done well. Both the Pakistani Prime Minister and the Chief of Army Staff visited the U.S. and held meaningful meetings with the President and other important...

We want to wish everyone a very Happy New Year with the hope that you will have many blessings in the year to come. We hope this New Year brings you a lot of joy and may all your dreams come true. We had many meaningful discussions in the past year, and we certainly hope to engage in many more...

What a beautiful message for the enemy! We will beat you with education, the most powerful tool against ignorance! Abdul Quddus DET - U.S. Central Command

We are saddened to read the news of this cowardly attack on innocent people at the NADRA office in Mardan. We send our deepest condolences to families of the victims and pray for the quick and complete recovery of the injured. These terrorist attacks prove the threat of terrorism remains high...

U.S. Secretary of Defense, Ash Carter welcomed the idea of the 34– state Islamic Alliance against terrorism. During the announcement by Saudi Arabia to form this 34-state Islamic alliance Secretary Carter welcomed the initiative and said that it “appears to be very much aligned with something...

U.S. Secretary of Defense, Ash Carter welcomed the idea of the 34– state Islamic Alliance against terrorism. During the announcement by Saudi Arabia to form this 34-state Islamic alliance Secretary Carter welcomed the initiative and said that it “appears to be very much aligned with something...

The nation of Pakistan is set to observe the first anniversary of the terrorist attack on Army Public School (APS) on Dec 16, 2015. The terrorists left a permanent scar on the lives of many parents, siblings, and family members. When you read about how some of the families continue to struggle...

The recently concluded 972nd three days Urs of Hazrat Data Ganj Bakhsh in Lahore reminds us of the message of peace these Sufi Saints brought with them and preached. As a child in Pakistan I still remember these festivities. And today, just by observing the celebrations and number of attendees...

The “Heart of Asia” initiative is a strong testament to the will and dedication of the Afghan and Pakistani nations towards bringing stability and prosperity in the region. It is heartening to see representative from over two dozen nations either supporting or participating in this conference...