Tehran: The emergence of terrorist groups in Afghanistan pose a serious threat

WORLD, Sept. 29 (YPA) –  Iran’s envoy to the United Nations warns that terrorism and the emergence of terrorist groups pose a “serious threat” to Afghanistan, its neighbors, the region, and the entire international community.

Addressing a UN Security Council meeting on the situation in Afghanistan, Iran’s deputy permanent representative to the UN, Zahra Ershadi, expressed concern over the reports on the resurgence of Daesh-affiliated terrorist groups in Afghanistan.

“The de-facto authorities must commit to fighting terrorism and ensure to take all appropriate steps to protect diplomatic and consular premises against any intrusion or damage and prevent attacks on diplomatic premises, agents, and consular officers,” she said.

“Afghanistan must no longer serve as a haven for terrorist groups like Daesh and al-Qaeda,” she added.

The Iranian diplomat urged the de-facto Afghan authorities to fulfill their international obligations as a member of the international community and to establish an “inclusive and representative” government that accurately reflects the country’s multi-ethnic society.

She urged the international community to continue to assist Afghanistan, saying, “Other conflicts must not divert attention away from or ignore the situation in Afghanistan.”

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