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Report Highlights Western Misunderstanding of Jihad Terrorism in Pakistan

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Washington, Jan 31 (IANS) Western societies, media, and governments remain largely short-sighted on “jihad terrorism”, failing to understand or effectively confront its depth, motivations, and evolving tactics in Pakistan and beyond, a report said on Saturday. Taking advantage of the situation, Pakistan has been backing terror groups on its territory that indulge in territorial expansionism, ethnic cleansing, and wider regional Islamisation. “Many Westerners view jihad terrorism through narrow…