Major Vindication for Pakistan: Afghanistan Becomes Hub of 25 Terror Groups, 8 New Al-Qaeda Camps Active – UN and Washington Post Report

ISLAMABAD : Pakistan’s long-standing stance that Afghan soil is being used for terrorism has finally been acknowledged by the United Nations and other international forums.

The latest reports by the UN Security Council, Washington Post, US intelligence, and the Atlantic Council have warned that Afghanistan has become a safe haven for more than 20 terrorist groups.

*UN Confirmation:*
1. The latest report by the UN Monitoring Team has clearly stated that *more than 20 active terrorist organizations* are present in Afghanistan, including Al-Qaeda, TTP, ISIS-K, ETIM, and BLA.
2. The report also noted that the Taliban’s claim that “no terrorist group exists in Afghanistan” is not credible, and *no UN member state supports this claim*. The Security Council has extended the mandate of its Monitoring Team until February 2027.
3. UN documents presence of 13,000-23,000 foreign terrorists including 6,000+ TTP fighters enjoying safe havens. 0d937c41

*Which groups are present?*
According to the UN Monitoring Team, three types of networks are active:
– *Global:* Al-Qaeda, ISIS
– *Regional (Anti-Pakistan):* Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA)
– *Central Asia/China focused:* ETIM, Jamaat Ansarullah

*Taliban-Al-Qaeda Nexus:*
According to Washington Post, Al-Qaeda has established *8 new training camps in 14 provinces* under Taliban patronage. Al-Qaeda is now working as a ‘consulting service’ for TTP, providing training in drone technology, AI and encryption. UN says Al-Qaeda members infiltrate Taliban law enforcement, ensuring security of cells. Washington Post confirms Al-Qaeda safe havens active again, TTP has 7,000 fighters and camps in 4 provinces. fb9a42eb

*Thousands of Foreign Fighters:*
More than 13,000 foreign fighters in Afghanistan, large number TTP. BLA sharing illicit logistical networks with ISIS-K, getting NATO/US-origin M4 rifles, drones, night-vision. 143e

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_LATEST OFFICIAL ENDORSEMENTS OF PAKISTAN’S STANCE – TILL TODAY (OCT 12, 2026)_

*1. ISPR – On Ground Proof (Oct 11, 2026):*
> “On Oct 10, movement of khawarij attempting to cross border in Kurram was detected. Afghan Taliban posts opened fire to support infiltration. 12 khawarij and Afghan Taliban killed, Naib Subedar Hidayat Aman martyred. This once again vindicates Pakistan’s stance that Afghan Taliban regime has wilfully failed to deny use of Afghan soil, rather facilitates and patronises cross-border terrorism. Consistently failed to honour international counter-terrorism obligations.”
Operation under *Azm-e-Istehkam* vision continues. e3e8

*2. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi – Briefing to UN Chief (Oct 8, 2026):*
Informed UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres in Islamabad that *25 terrorist organizations operating in Afghanistan pose major threat to global peace*. “Pakistan is fighting global war against terrorism. International community needs to work together.” UN Chief responded: “Pakistan’s role in world peace is commendable, participation in peace missions always prominent.” Pakistan has sacrificed 181 lives in UN peace missions. e520

*3. Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif (Oct 6-12, 2026):*
“Terrorism is main issue, not politics. 6,200 terror incidents in KP in 2 years, 1,200 martyred, 37 suicide attacks by Afghan nationals.” Warned National Assembly: “Pakistan will respond strongly to any terrorism from Afghanistan. Source of terrorism is in Afghanistan. Kabul knows hideouts but cooperation not available.” Called for delegation to Kabul, said: “There should be no politics on Afghanistan issue.” 9df5410a

*4. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (Oct 11, 2026):*
Lauded security forces for foiling Kurram infiltration. Said: “Pakistan possesses full capability to defend borders and completely eliminate terrorism. No compromise on national security.” Earlier at UNGA: “Afghan territory exploited by TTP and BLA, foreign-funded groups operating from sanctuaries. All such attacks must come to grinding halt. Kabul must take verifiable, decisive action.” Vowed: “Rising terrorism in KP must be stopped at all costs.” f2da1577

*5. Deputy PM / Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar (Oct 12, 2026 – Latest):*
In ISSI seminar today: “If Afghan govt does not take action against terrorists, one day it will have to face consequences itself. Terror attacks against Pakistan planned in Afghanistan. TTP remains gravest threat.” Warned: “Safe havens used against Pakistan could eventually threaten other countries.” Lauded *Field Marshal Asim Munir’s role* in fight against terrorism. At OIC and ECO: “More than two dozen terrorist groups inside Afghanistan – TTP, BLA Majeed Brigade, ISIL-K, Al-Qaeda, ETIM threaten regional and international peace.” Demanded concrete and verifiable actions. b9f6

*6. Foreign Office:*
In statement after Guterres visit: Visit reaffirmed “Pakistan’s longstanding partnership with UN, unwavering support for multilateralism.” Repeatedly stated: Afghan territory must not be used against neighbors.

*7. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar:*
Announced 11-member KP Advisory Council and Area Development Secretariats in 12 terror-affected districts, citing 196% increase in terrorism and breakdown of constitutional machinery. Said council on merit to restore governance.

*8. UNO – Secretary General Antonio Guterres:*
During 3-day visit (Oct 6-8), met President Zardari (conferred Nishan-e-Imtiaz), PM Sharif, DPM Dar, and *CDF Field Marshal Asim Munir*. Briefed by Pakistan on 25 groups. Acknowledged Pakistan’s sacrifices. UN Monitoring Team report (Dec 2025-June 2026) confirmed Taliban’s continued support for TTP contributed to rise in frequency and lethality of attacks in Pakistan. bc8bf209

*9. USA – Washington Post & US Intelligence:*
*Washington Post (Sept 13, 2026):* “25 years after 9/11, Afghanistan once again emerging as training ground for Al-Qaeda. 8 new training sites since Taliban return, presence in 14 of 34 provinces. Taliban created permissive environment.” Al-Qaeda training TTP suicide bombers.
*Atlantic Council (Sept 10, 2026):* Report “The State of Terrorism, 25 Years After 9/11” by 25 experts – “Afghanistan has once again become haven for terrorist organisations. Taliban maintains relationships with more than a dozen armed groups whose targets outside Afghanistan.” Identified as “largest counter-terrorism challenge facing Central Asia.” IS-K recruiting Tajik nationals for plots in Europe, Philippines, US. 42eb5018

*10. International Broadcast & Print Media / Organisations:*
– *Atlantic Council + South Asia Times (SAT):* “Both reports validated Islamabad’s stance that since 2021 Afghanistan has become hub of terrorism, making region unsafe.”
– *BBC, Dawn, Tribune, Geo, Reuters:* All reported Kurram incident, UN 20+ groups, Naqvi-Guterres meeting.
– *CSTO, SCO, Quadrilateral (Russia-China-Iran), Russian MFA Assessment Feb 2026, SIGAR Reports:* All cited by Pakistan as documenting 20+ ITOs, 13k-23k foreign terrorists.
– *Moscow Format Oct 5:* Ended inconclusively on Taliban non-compliance. 50187c41

*11. Regional Response:*
Russia, China and Central Asian states conducted joint military exercises on Tajikistan-Kazakhstan borders in Sept/Oct 2026 in support of Pakistan’s stance. China concerned over ETIM/TIP targeting western China. Iran concerned over Jamaat Ansarullah.

*Latest Border Situation – Oct 11, 2026:*
As per ISPR, infiltration foiled at Kurram Agency, firing from Afghan Taliban posts to support, 12 Khawarij/Taliban killed, Naib Subedar Hidayat Aman martyred. Practical proof of Pakistan’s position.

*Pakistan’s Stance Vindicated – Bottom Line:*
What Pakistan told UNSC in June 2026 – that TTP, BLA, ISIS-K, Al-Qaeda attack from Afghan soil – now endorsed by UN itself, US media, US intelligence, Atlantic Council, Russia, China, OIC.