ISLAMABAD: A fierce confrontation has unfolded in Afghanistan’s Kunarprovince between the outlawed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and itssplinter group, Jamat-ul-Ahrar. According to reports from Afghan media,Jamat-ul-Ahrar militants targeted the residence of Abdul Wahab, a prominentfinancial backer of the TTP, in the Morawara district. This attack hasescalated tensions between the two factions, which have a history ofrivalry stemming from ideological and operational differences.
The clash reportedly resulted in the death of Haji Abdul Wahab, along withpotential casualties on both sides. Sources indicate that the assault waspremeditated, aimed at disrupting TTP’s funding networks in the region.Afghan authorities have yet to comment officially, but local observerssuggest this infighting could weaken the overall militant presence alongthe Pakistan-Afghanistan border.
Security analysts view this incident as a sign of fracturing alliancesamong Pakistani militant groups exiled in Afghanistan following militaryoperations in Pakistan.
Such internal conflicts may provide opportunities for regional stability,though they also risk spilling over into neighboring areas. The eventunderscores the volatile security dynamics in eastern Afghanistan.
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