The Geography Of ISKP Terrorism In South Asia – OpEd

The 19th January attack in Kabul on a Chinese restaurant resulted in death of 7 people. The attack was claimed by Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP), a stark reminder that the group maintains operational mobility in the region. The attack has reignited global concerns about ISKP’s operational presence, the group’s intent, and the regional implications of its expanding reach. Competing narratives have surfaced right after the attack, with a large number of social media accounts pointing toward Pakistan’s involvement in the attack.