Pakistan terrorism warning issued to UN Chief António Guterres highlights 25 terrorist organizations operating in Afghanistan threatening world peace.
ISLAMABAD, October 8: Pakistan’s Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi warned United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Thursday that 25 terrorist organizations are currently operating inside neighboring Afghanistan, posing a severe threat to regional and international security.
Speaking during a high-level bilateral meeting on the final day of the UN chief’s official visit to Islamabad, Naqvi told Guterres that Pakistan is effectively waging a global war against terrorism on the frontline and urged unified international action to address security risks originating across the Afghan border. Senator Talal Chaudhry, Minister of State for Interior, along with senior officials from the Ministry of Interior, also participated in the consultations.
“Currently, 25 terrorist organizations are operating in Afghanistan, posing a major threat to world peace,” Naqvi stated during the meeting. “The international community needs to work together to address this danger.”
Pakistan Terrorism Warning Highlights Regional Security Concerns
During the briefing, Pakistani officials detailed the operational challenges faced by security forces due to sanctuaries enjoyed by militant outfits across the border. Naqvi emphasized that Pakistan’s counter-terrorism operations serve a broader global security objective, mitigating threats that extend beyond South Asia.
The meeting was held as Secretary-General Guterres concluded a three-day official visit to Pakistan. During his trip, the UN Secretary-General commended Pakistan’s leadership in addressing the global climate crisis and acknowledged the nation’s historical contributions to United Nations peacekeeping operations.
Interior Minister Naqvi reaffirmed Islamabad’s commitment to UN Peacekeeping missions, noting that Pakistani police officers and military personnel continue to serve in high-risk conflict zones worldwide. Naqvi highlighted that 181 Pakistani peacekeepers have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving under the UN flag. In response, Guterres praised the sacrifice and dedication of Pakistani personnel, acknowledging the country’s pivotal role in global peace initiatives and disaster management resilience.
The UN chief’s itinerary in Islamabad included meetings with President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, and military leadership to discuss climate adaptation, regional security, and multilateral cooperation before departing for UN Headquarters in New York.
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