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US Commander Praises Pakistan as Key Anti-Terror Ally

6/12/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Gen. Michael Kurilla, the US Central Command Chief, lauded Pakistan as a "phenomenal partner" in the fight against terrorism, particularly against ISIS-Khorasan and the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan. In a congressional hearing, he underscored the importance of strengthening US ties with both Pakistan and India amid escalating security threats, as Pakistan grapples with over 1,000 terrorist attacks this year.

History

Historical Context

Following the September 11 attacks in 2001, the U.S. established a strategic partnership with Pakistan, providing over $33 billion in aid from 2002 to 2021 to combat terrorism. Despite these efforts, Pakistan faced over 1,000 terrorist attacks in 2023, prompting General Michael Kurilla to emphasize the need for strengthened ties with both Pakistan and India in response to ongoing security challenges in South Asia.

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Story summary

Gen. Michael Kurilla, the US Central Command Chief, lauded Pakistan as a "phenomenal partner" in the fight against terrorism, particularly against ISIS-Khorasan and the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan. In a congressional hearing, he underscored the importance of strengthening US ties with both Pakistan and India amid escalating security threats, as Pakistan grapples with over 1,000 terrorist attacks this year.

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