Pakistan addressed the UN Security Council, expressing concerns over terrorist groups operating within Afghanistan and their increasing threat to regional stability. Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad detailed these concerns during a briefing on international peace and security, coinciding with the anniversary of India’s actions in Jammu and Kashmir. Pakistan criticized India's revocation of the region’s special status, alleging “state terrorism” and calling for international condemnation. Ahmad emphasized the need for “zero tolerance” regarding such actions and cautioned against using counterterrorism as a cover for suppressing self-determination movements. This UN address followed the US-Pakistan Counterterrorism Dialogue, reaffirming both nations' commitment to combating terrorism. The ambassador noted the evolving terrorist threat, particularly with groups like IS-K in Afghanistan, despite recent setbacks from counterterrorism operations.