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    Pakistan initially allied with the US following 9/11 under pressure, providing logistical support for the invasion of Afghanistan and removal of the Taliban. However, Pakistan faced domestic militant backlash and criticism for alleged support of groups undermining US goals. While cooperation continued, the US-Pakistan relationship has been strained by diverging interests, domestic politics, and regional security challenges.

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    Pakistan initially allied with the US following 9/11 under pressure, providing logistical support for the invasion of Afghanistan and removal of the Taliban. However, Pakistan faced domestic militant backlash and criticism for alleged support of groups undermining US goals. While cooperation continued, the US-Pakistan relationship has been strained by diverging interests, domestic politics, and regional security challenges.

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    Pakistan initially allied with the US following 9/11 under pressure, providing logistical support for the invasion of Afghanistan and removal of the Taliban. However, Pakistan faced domestic militant backlash and criticism for alleged support of groups undermining US goals. While cooperation continued, the US-Pakistan relationship has been strained by diverging interests, domestic politics, and regional security challenges.

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    Pakistan and US War on Terror

    The involvement of Pakistan in the War on Terror, particularly in collaboration with the United
    States, has been a significant aspect of the country's foreign policy and domestic affairs since the
    9/11 attacks in 2001. Here's a detailed overview of Pakistan's role in the War on Terror:

    1. Background:

     Following the 9/11 attacks on the United States by the terrorist group al-Qaeda, the
    U.S. launched a global campaign against terrorism, known as the War on Terror.

     Pakistan, under President Pervez Musharraf, initially faced pressure from the U.S. to
    join the coalition against terrorism.

    2. Pakistan's Decision to Ally with the U.S.:

     In the wake of 9/11, Pakistan faced a pivotal decision regarding its alignment in the
    War on Terror, given its historical ties to the Taliban regime in neighboring
    Afghanistan.

     Facing the threat of military action from the U.S. if it did not cooperate, Pakistan
    chose to align itself with the United States in the fight against terrorism.

     Pakistan provided crucial logistical and intelligence support to U.S.-led coalition


    forces, allowing for the invasion of Afghanistan and the removal of the Taliban
    regime.

    3. Role in the Invasion of Afghanistan:

     Pakistan's support was crucial for the U.S.-led invasion of Afghanistan in late 2001,
    which aimed to dismantle al-Qaeda and remove the Taliban from power.

     Pakistani territory, particularly its border regions with Afghanistan, served as a key
    supply route for coalition forces and a base for launching military operations.

     Pakistan also played a role in facilitating negotiations and peace talks between the
    Afghan government and various insurgent groups, including the Taliban.

    4. Challenges and Complications:

     Despite Pakistan's cooperation with the U.S., there were challenges and
    complications in the relationship.

     Pakistan faced criticism for its alleged support of militant groups operating in
    Afghanistan, including the Afghan Taliban and the Haqqani Network, which
    undermined U.S. efforts in the region.

     The U.S. accused Pakistan of providing safe havens to terrorists and called for
    greater action against these groups, leading to strains in bilateral relations.

    5. Domestic Impacts and Challenges:


     Pakistan's involvement in the War on Terror had significant domestic ramifications.
    The country witnessed a surge in terrorist attacks, both by domestic militant groups
    and those with transnational ties.

     The tribal regions along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, particularly the Federally
    Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), became hotbeds of militancy and instability.

     Pakistan's military conducted several operations, including Operation Zarb-e-Azb


    and Operation Rah-e-Nijat, to root out militant strongholds from these areas,
    resulting in both military and civilian casualties.

    6. Continued Cooperation and Shifts in Policy:

     Despite periodic tensions, Pakistan and the U.S. continued their cooperation in the
    War on Terror, albeit with adjustments and recalibrations in policy.

     The relationship between the two countries has been characterized by a mix of
    cooperation, suspicion, and occasional friction, influenced by factors such as
    diverging strategic interests, domestic politics, and regional dynamics.

    Overall, Pakistan's role in the War on Terror has been complex, involving a delicate balance between
    its strategic partnership with the U.S., internal security challenges, and regional dynamics in South
    Asia.

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