Pakistan has significantly increased security for the Sri Lankan cricket team following recent terror attacks in Islamabad and Wana. These measures were discussed during a high-level meeting featuring Sri Lanka's High Commissioner and Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman, emphasizing the athletes' state guest status.

The reinforced security involves the Pakistan Army and paramilitary rangers ensuring protection, a reassurance echoed by Mohsin Naqvi, the Federal Minister for Interior Affairs, and the High Commissioner, Admiral (retired) Fred Seneviratne. Such measures are crucial particularly after the 2009 attack on the Sri Lankan team that halted international cricket in Pakistan.

Pakistan has blamed the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) for the attacks. The past week's events echo historical

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