The Torching of 130+ NATO Tankers in Islamabad

Another event highly significant to the security situation of our country Pakistan is being downplayed by the Local media. The burning of 130+ NATO oil and supply tankers near the outskirts of Islamabad is not just another terrorism incident.  It is a devastating blow to the security image of Pakistan, which, by all accounts, is already diminishing rapidly. Before going into details, here are some images of the torching spree which occurred around 11pm local time.

So what significance does this event has? Well here are a few points to think about

• It shows the ability of the militants to strike (once again) at the heart of the state.
• The event proves that militants are still stronger and powerful and have the ability to striker at a location of their choosing.
• It demonstrates the fact the militancy is not just limited to FATA, Pakhtonkhaw, or Southern Punjab but is spread over the whole Pakistan.
• The ongoing military operations might have been successful, but in a bigger context, they may have caused an even rapid increase in militancy and violence.
• It also shows the shallowness of claims by the Government of successes in eliminating terrorism.
• Most importantly, it shows that elements within the establishment are sympathetic to the cause and actions of militants. After all, such a big scale operation near the capital city and successful escape and vanishing of the perpetrators could not have been accomplished without help from locals as well as others.