The head of the United Nations Security Council committee on Al-Qaeda sanctions has warned of a serious threat from the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) to regional security. Sandra Jensen Landi said the group, which has around six thousand militants, receives full operational support from the Taliban authorities in Afghanistan. She noted that the TTP continues to carry out major cross-border attacks on Pakistan, some causing significant loss of life.
During a committee meeting on Thursday, Pakistan’s deputy representative, Usman Jadoon, said Pakistan remains on the front line of global counter-terrorism efforts. He highlighted that the dismantling of Al-Qaeda was largely due to Pakistan’s actions and emphasized that security forces and law enforcement continue to confront terrorism threats.
China’s representative urged the committee to support including the Balochistan Liberation Army and the Majeed Brigade on the list of designated terrorist organisations. Landi also raised concerns about the use of new technologies by disruptive groups in Africa for dangerous purposes, highlighting a growing global security challenge.
The discussion underscores ongoing international concerns about regional stability and the role of militant groups in cross-border violence, calling for stronger coordinated action to address these threats.
