RASC News Agency: The White House National Security Council spokesperson has voiced deep concerns over the persistent terrorist threats emanating from Afghanistan and targeting Pakistan. In a press briefing on Wednesday, John Kirby highlighted that Pakistan continues to face terrorist attacks originating from its border with Afghanistan. Kirby noted that despite the absence of a formal security pact between Washington and Islamabad, the United States has collaborated with Pakistan over the past two decades to counter terrorism in the region.
He further stated, “Terrorist threats along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border remain active, and the United States is steadfast in its commitment to working with Pakistan to address these challenges.” Pakistan has long accused the Taliban of supporting Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants. The Pakistani government has repeatedly alleged that the Afghanistani Taliban provides sanctuary and logistical support to TTP fighters, urging the group to expel TTP elements from Afghanistan territory and surrender its leaders. However, the Taliban has consistently denied these accusations. In recent months, tensions have escalated sharply between the two countries, leading to retaliatory actions. Pakistani airstrikes on Paktika province reportedly resulted in the deaths of 46 individuals, whom the Pakistani military identified as TTP operatives.
The remarks from the White House National Security Council spokesperson underscore U.S. concerns about the deepening security crisis and the threat of regional instability. Over the past weeks, TTP has launched several attacks on Pakistan’s military forces, leading to significant casualties among both civilians and soldiers. These escalating incidents reflect the volatile security situation along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, raising alarms over the ongoing threat posed by militant groups in the region.
