Da’ish and its affiliates such as Afghanistan-based Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), now armed with NATO-calibre weapons, continue to pose a serious threat in conflict zones and neighbouring countries, two UN counter-terrorism officials told the Security Council. “As a result of counter-terrorism efforts, Da’ish has moved to adopt less hierarchical and more networked, decentralised structures, following al-Qaeda’s footsteps, with increased operational autonomy by its affiliated groups,” said Voronkov. Conflict and instability in Sudan have also renewed attention on the presence and activity of Da’ish and other terrorist groups there. He underscored that international law “remains the bedrock” for successful counter-terrorism efforts. Her final point noted that the UN has stepped up efforts to hold Da’ish accountable for its crimes.

Source: The Express Tribune August 27, 2023 05:18 UTC