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Pakistan Vows to Counter TTP, Accuses Kabul of Harboring Terrorists at UN
Pakistan reaffirms commitment to counter TTP threats, calls out Kabul for harboring terrorists. Ambassador Munir Akram warns UN of escalating cross-border attacks.
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by News Desk
2025-03-11
Pakistan Vows to Counter TTP, Accuses Kabul of Harboring Terrorists at UN

Pakistan has reiterated its commitment to taking “all necessary measures” to eliminate terrorist threats originating from Afghanistan, accusing Kabul of failing to act against groups such as Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), Al-Qaeda, and Baloch insurgents.

During a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) briefing on Afghanistan, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Munir Akram, stated:

“Pakistan will continue to take all necessary measures to eliminate terrorist threats to our national security in accordance with our right to self-defence under international law.”

Pakistan’s Concerns Over Cross-Border Terrorism

  • TTP’s Growing Influence: Akram highlighted that the TTP, with 6,000 fighters, is the largest terrorist group operating from Afghanistan.
  • Kabul’s Alleged Support: He accused Afghan authorities of being complicit in TTP’s cross-border attacks.
  • Ties with Other Groups: The TTP is reportedly collaborating with the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and the Majeed Brigade, both of which target Pakistan and seek to undermine ties with China.
  • External Funding: Akram suggested that external actors were funding the TTP, hinting at Indian involvement.

UN Report Confirms Taliban’s Support for TTP

A recent UN Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team report confirmed that:

  • The Afghan Taliban continues to provide the TTP with operational space, logistics, and financial support.
  • The TTP has significantly escalated its attacks in Pakistan since breaking a fragile ceasefire in November 2022.

Pakistan’s Military Response: Azm-i-Istehkam

In response to the escalating attacks, Pakistan has launched Operation Azm-i-Istehkam, targeting TTP hideouts in Afghanistan’s Paktika and Khost regions. Measures include:

  • Cross-border strikes on militant strongholds.
  • Retaliatory raids against terrorist networks.
  • Increased border security and intelligence operations.

Political & Military Leaders’ Stance

  • Army Chief Gen Asim Munir (Jan 2025): Stated that TTP presence in Afghanistan remains the biggest point of contention between Islamabad and Kabul.
  • PM Shehbaz Sharif (Dec 2024): Stressed that improving ties with Afghanistan depends on Kabul’s willingness to control TTP.

Human Rights & Women’s Rights in Afghanistan

Apart from security concerns, Ambassador Akram also criticized Kabul’s restrictions on women and girls, calling them a violation of Islamic principles and human rights.

Future of Pakistan-Afghanistan Relations

With border skirmishes increasing and terrorism on the rise, tensions between Islamabad and Kabul remain high. Pakistan’s firm stance at the UN indicates continued pressure on Afghanistan to act against militants, while military operations against TTP are expected to intensify.
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