Terrorist groups targeting the Champions Trophy

Pakistani intelligence agencies have identified that Pakistani terrorist groups are targeting the ICC mega event Champions Trophy currently being held in the country. The terrorists are reportedly planning to kidnap foreigners who have come to watch international matches. Keeping this threat in mind, a high alert has been declared across Pakistan. English dotcom (1) Intelligence warning of terrorist plot Intelligence reports have revealed that Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), ISIS and Balochistan terror groups are planning to kidnap foreigners during the Champions Trophy . Pakistan's Intelligence Bureau (IB) on Monday officially declared a high alert, saying that this threat should not be underestimated and security measures should be implemented immediately. The Pakistani government is already tightening security across the country.Military forces and special commandos have been deployed, especially in the areas surrounding the stadiums where cricket matches are held. Special forces have been formed to provide special security to foreign teams. Concerns over the security of the Indian team The Indian cricket team refused to play in Pakistan due to security reasons, forcing the implementation of a hybrid model. India's matches are being held in Dubai. However, fresh intelligence warnings have raised doubts about the security of the other teams. The terror threat has come as a major blow to Pakistan, which is hosting an ICC tournament after 26 years . The latest developments have come as a major shock to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), which is working hard to revive cricket. Pakistan's semi-final chances Hosts Pakistan are failing miserably in the ICC Champions Trophy. A 60-run defeat to New Zealand and a six-wicket defeat to India have almost ended their semi-final chances. Pakistan will need to register big wins in the remaining matches to qualify for the semis. What are the ICC measures? The ICC is also taking this latest terror threat information seriously. It has already formed a special committee to review the security situation in Pakistan. However, analysts believe that some teams are likely to withdraw their players due to the safety of the players. Looking at these developments, it must be said that this is a huge setback for Pakistan cricket. The ICC needs to give clarity once again on the security of the Champions Trophy. While the Champions Trophy is a great sporting opportunity for Pakistan, security concerns are tarnishing the country's image. Action needs to be taken now based on intelligence reports. Otherwise, there is a risk of losing the support of foreign teams. If security standards are not improved, the future of international cricket in Pakistan is in doubt. Pakistan will need a miracle to qualify for the semi-finals.