𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐀𝐟𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐓𝐏

The #Taliban's support for Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) is driven by ideological, historical, and strategic factors. Both groups share a strict interpretation of Islam and jihad.

The TTP, with 3,000-5,000 fighters in #Afghanistan,has used Afghan territory for attacks on #Pakistan.UN report 2022 indicates  safe havens in Nangarhar,Kunar, and Nuristan.

From 2007-2021, the #TTP caused over 80,000 deaths. In 2022 alone, they carried out nearly 300 attacks.

The economic cost of terrorism for #Pakistan from 2001-2018 $150 billion,according to the Ministry of Finance.The recent conflict with TTP continues to deter foreign investment.

A weakened Pakistan reduces allows the Taliban more control over border regions,aiding their power

India's backing of #Afghanistan, including over $3 billion in aid since 2001, has strategic implications.

This support indirectly bolsters #TTP activities, adding to regional efforts to destabilize Pakistan.