Pakistan calls for Global action on escalating terror threat from Afghanistan

Pakistan has expressed serious concerns about a rising terrorism threat from Afghanistan, referencing the 34th UN monitoring team’s report, which highlights the critical nature of this issue.

Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UN, Munir Akram, alerted the Security Council to the growing threat of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), labeling it a significant regional challenge.

Akram stressed that TTP, operating out of Afghanistan, launches daily attacks against Pakistan with the Afghan interim government’s support and the backing of Pakistan’s enemies.

He voiced alarm over TTP’s expanding influence, particularly its affiliations with groups like the Majeed Brigade and Al-Qaeda, heightening both regional and global terrorism risks.

Pakistan seeks to partner with international and regional organizations to combat the TTP threat while maintaining its domestic efforts for security and regional stability.

Akram said that Pakistan’s commitment to a stable, inclusive Afghanistan, emphasizing that peace in Afghanistan is crucial for enduring regional security.

He condemned the Afghan interim government for its violations of women’s and girls’ rights, accusing it of reneging on promises to uphold gender equality.

Akram argued that the Afghan government’s actions violate Islamic principles of equality, stressing the importance of justice and inclusivity in their governance.

Addressing Afghanistan’s severe humanitarian crisis, Akram highlighted that 23.7 million Afghans need aid, urging the global community to increase funding for relief efforts.

He called for full financial backing of the Afghanistan Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan, pointing out that only a fraction of the $3.06 billion goal has been met.

Akram urged for economic measures to help rebuild Afghanistan, including restoring the banking system, addressing liquidity shortages, and unfreezing national financial reserves.

Finally, Akram called on Kabul to honor its international responsibilities, insisting that destabilizing policies must end, and advocated for Afghanistan’s reintegration into the global community.