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Pakistan raises concerns over terror groups in Afghanistan

Pakistan urges Taliban to stop terrorists using Afghan soil, supporting peace and security in the region and neighbouring countries.

By Fahad On Feb 13, 2026

United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad – (Web Desk)Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, has once again voiced Islamabad’s serious concerns over the continued operation of terrorist groups from Afghan territory, including the TTP, BLA, Majeed Brigade, Daesh-K and Al Qaeda.

He made the remarks while delivering Pakistan’s Explanation of Vote after the UN Security Council unanimously approved a resolution extending the mandate of the Monitoring Team for the 1988 Taliban sanctions regime by another year.

Pakistan voted in favour of the resolution, calling it timely and necessary, and welcomed the United States’ constructive role in building consensus among council members.

Ambassador Asim stressed that Afghan soil must not be allowed to be used for terrorist activities against neighbouring countries and underlined the importance of preventing external elements from exploiting the situation.

The envoy said the adoption of the resolution sends a clear message to the Taliban authorities that Afghan territory should not be used to threaten or attack any country.

Explanation of Vote by Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad
Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN
At the1988 Mandate Renewal of the Monitoring Team for the 1988 Taliban Sanctions Regime*
(12 February 2026)
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Thank you Mr. President,

Pakistan voted in favor of this… pic.twitter.com/rT665naqoK

— Permanent Mission of Pakistan to the UN (@PakistanUN_NY) February 12, 2026

He added that the Security Council had also outlined expectations for all member states to prevent kidnappers, hostage-takers and terrorist groups from benefiting directly or indirectly from ransom payments or political concessions, while ensuring the safe release of hostages.

Calling on the Taliban to act decisively, Pakistan urged the Afghan authorities to prevent terrorist groups from operating with impunity and to take effective measures against terrorism.

Ambassador Iftikhar noted that the UNSC had spoken with a unanimous voice by highlighting these concerns and reaffirmed its commitment to reviewing sanctions when appropriate, taking into account ground realities in Afghanistan.

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The envoy said that it is for the Taliban to decide whether Afghanistan chooses a path toward isolation or one leading to peace and prosperity as a responsible member of the international community.

He expressed hope that the Monitoring Team would continue to report actively in line with its mandate and support the work of the 1988 Taliban Sanctions Committee.