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Pakistan Tells UN: Afghan-Based Terror Threat Endangers Regional and Global Peace
At the UNGA, Pakistan’s envoy Asim Iftikhar warns that Afghan soil is being used by TTP, ISIS & Al-Qaeda to threaten Pakistan & global peace. Urges world to act.
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by News Desk
2025-07-08
Pakistan Tells UN: Afghan-Based Terror Threat Endangers Regional and Global Peace

Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar, on Tuesday issued a stern warning during a special debate on Afghanistan at the UN General Assembly, highlighting the growing threat posed by terrorist groups operating from Afghan territory.

Addressing global diplomats, Iftikhar said terrorism emanating from Afghanistan has become a serious and persistent threat to Pakistan and the wider region.

“Afghan soil is unfortunately being used against Pakistan continuously, which is not only affecting our national security but also endangering the peace of the entire region,” he said.

He stressed the need for international consensus and action to ensure that Afghanistan does not become a safe haven for terrorists again.

TTP and Global Terror Networks Active

Ambassador Iftikhar identified Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) as the largest terrorist group operating from Afghanistan, with nearly 6,000 militants, posing a threat not only to Pakistan but also to the international community.

He also named ISIS, Al-Qaeda, and Fitna al-Kharij as active terror groups using Afghan territory to launch attacks and destabilize the region. He warned that these networks could quickly expand beyond borders if left unchecked.

“Groups like ISIS and TTP are destructive not only for Pakistan but for the peace of the whole world,” he said.

Call for Global Action

The Pakistani envoy called on the international community to take effective and unified measures to suppress these terrorist groups and support Afghanistan in ensuring that its territory is not used for cross-border terrorism.

He further revealed that Pakistan is facing ongoing infiltration attempts by militants from Afghan soil and reiterated Islamabad’s commitment to national security and regional stability.

International Attention Reignited

While representatives from other nations also expressed their views on Afghanistan’s volatile situation, Pakistan’s categorical and firm stance drew notable international attention.

Observers noted that Pakistan’s appeal may renew urgency among global powers to re-engage with Afghan authorities and pressure the interim Taliban government to act against groups using their soil for militancy.

 

 
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