Pakistan's UN Deputy Representative Urges UNAMA to Report Afghanistan Security Objectively

UNITED NATIONS (Afghan Verified) -- Mohammad Osman Iqbal Jadoon, Pakistan's Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations, called on the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) to report the country's security developments objectively while taking into account the concerns of neighboring states.

Speaking at a Security Council meeting reviewing and extending UNAMA's mandate, Jadoon said Pakistan supported the resolution for a three-month extension and voted in favor. He thanked China for drafting the resolution, which was approved unanimously by all 15 Council members.

Jadoon listed Afghanistan's challenges as increased terrorism threats, human rights violations, drug trafficking and reduced humanitarian aid. He identified deteriorating security and rising terrorism as the most pressing issues.

He claimed some Taliban elements cooperate with or provide space for terrorist groups including Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan, Balochistan Liberation Army, Majid Brigade, ISIS, Al-Qaeda and the East Turkestan Islamic Movement in Afghanistan. These groups, he said, operate from inside Afghanistan and carry out cross-border attacks against Pakistani civilians and security forces.

Jadoon noted that the Security Council resolution expresses serious concern about terrorist groups in Afghanistan and demands that the Taliban take immediate, specific and verifiable actions to counter terrorism in all forms.

He emphasized the need for safe management of weapons and ammunition in Afghanistan to prevent their transfer to terrorist groups. UNAMA, he added, should effectively monitor and analyze security dynamics, the illicit economy and light weapons trafficking.

Jadoon expressed hope that the three-month extension would allow for a review of UNAMA's role and contribute to lasting peace and stability in Afghanistan.