"Pakistan's Crisis Deepens: Twin Suicide Attacks Claim Dozens of Lives"

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"Pakistan's Crisis Deepens: Twin Suicide Attacks Claim Dozens of Lives"
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Twin suicide attacks in Pakistan, targeting a procession and a police station, have killed nearly 60 people and injured hundreds more. While no one has claimed responsibility, suspicion falls on Islamic State - Khorasan (IS-K), which has recently intensified its militant activities in Pakistan. The country's security situation continues to deteriorate, with a resurgence of the Pakistan Taliban and a lack of containment. Balochistan, where the attacks occurred, has long been a hub for extremist groups, some of which were allegedly tolerated and sponsored by the military. As Pakistan prepares for its upcoming general election, analysts fear further bloodshed as the rivalry between the Taliban and IS-K escalates. This surge in terrorism comes at a time when Pakistan is already facing economic and political crises.

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