This article discusses the problem of terrorism and extremism, focusing on its impact on global and regional security, particularly the security of Afghanistan and Pakistan. The activities of terrorist-extremist groups settled in the "Durand Line" region are described in detail. Additionally, the article covers Deobandism and its origins, the formation of the "Taliban" movement, as well as the role and position of major actors such as the USA and China in the regional fight against terrorism.

ISIS-Khorasan, Durand Line, Deobandism, Haqqani Network, Al-Zulfiqar, Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (Pakistani Taliban), strategic depth, Pashtunwali, “hammer” and “anvil” strategy, Taliban syndrome (Pakistani Talibanization), East Turkestan Islamic Movement, Turkestan Islamic Movement, Uzbekistan Islamic Movement, Jaysh al-Adl, Balochistan Liberation Army.

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