Samina Ahmed
Director for South Asia at the International Crisis Group, specializing in regional security, Pakistani politics and insurgency dynamics along the Afghan border.
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Oct 18, 2025 • 47min
Another South Asia Cross-Border Crisis: Afghan and Pakistani Forces Clash
In this discussion, Ibraheem Bahiss, an Afghanistan expert, and Samina Ahmed, South Asia director, delve into the recent clashes between Afghan and Pakistani forces. They explore the turbulent relationship between Kabul and Islamabad, revealing why the Taliban struggles to control the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Samina highlights the rising militant violence in Pakistan and its impact on civilians. Both guests also consider Pakistan's shifting foreign relations, including newfound ties with Saudi Arabia and the U.S., amidst concerns over India's role in Afghanistan.
Jul 12, 2024 • 46min
Pakistan’s Political Standoff and Surging Militant Violence
Samina Ahmed, the South Asia project director at Crisis Group, dives into Pakistan's political storm, highlighting the tensions between Imran Khan and the military. She discusses Khan's surprising popularity even while incarcerated and his attempts to mend ties with the military amidst rising militant violence from the Pakistani Taliban. Additionally, they explore the escalating attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, the complex relationship with Afghanistan, and the delicate balance in Pakistan-India relations, emphasizing the need for political collaboration.
