At a recent meeting of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), China’s Permanent Representative voiced serious concerns regarding the presence and activities of terrorist groups, including Al-Qaeda, ISIS, and Uyghur militants, within Afghanistan. The Chinese envoy called upon the Taliban authorities to take effective measures against these groups to ensure regional and international security.
The representative specifically referenced the recent ISIS attack in Kabul, which resulted in the deaths of seven individuals, including a Chinese national, and left several others injured. Highlighting the continuing threat, the envoy stressed that terrorist operations originating from Afghan territory must be addressed with urgency.
Earlier, UN senior official Alexander Zuev also warned during the Security Council session that the ISIS-Khorasan branch remains a significant threat to the region. These statements underscore the international community’s ongoing concern about Afghanistan serving as a base for terrorist networks, despite repeated denials from the Taliban.
Taliban officials continue to assert that under their governance, Afghan soil is not being used against any country. Nevertheless, neighboring countries and regional actors, with the exception of India, have expressed persistent concerns over the activities and presence of terrorist groups in Afghanistan.
The UNSC discussions reflect the broader regional and global consensus that Afghanistan must take concrete steps to prevent its territory from being exploited by terrorist organizations. Both China and the United Nations emphasize the need for robust counterterrorism measures, international cooperation, and accountability to mitigate threats originating from Afghan soil.
The Security Council session comes amid ongoing debates over the Taliban’s ability and willingness to control militant activity within Afghanistan, highlighting the critical intersection of domestic governance and international security responsibilities.
