Islamic Emirate Spokesperson: ISIS Has Been Suppressed in Afghanistan

Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate, has once again stated that ISIS has been suppressed in Afghanistan and emphasized that the group has no power in the country.

Speaking to TOLOnews, the spokesperson further said that ISIS activities in the region have no connection to Afghanistan.

Mujahid added: “ISIS is not a threat in Afghanistan and has no strength. It has been significantly crushed and is no longer considered a danger from Afghanistan. How its effects extend in the region is not our concern, but we are confident that ISIS is not a threat in Afghanistan.”

Meanwhile, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) held a special session today (Monday) to discuss the threats posed by terrorist groups, particularly ISIS.

It has been reported that in this session, the UN Secretary-General’s six-month report on ISIS threats, especially in Afghanistan, was reviewed.

According to the UNSC report, at Algeria’s request, discussions on extending the mandate of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) will also be held behind closed doors.

“In our region, ISIS centers exist in Balochistan, Pakistan. These centers pose a threat to Afghanistan and the region, and Afghanistan needs support from different countries to counter this threat,” said Fazl Rahman Oria, a political analyst.

“The extension of UNAMA’s operations in Afghanistan is certain because, in recent years—especially in the past three years—UNAMA has played a crucial role in assisting Afghanistan,” said Salim Paigir, another political analyst.

The UNAMA mission is part of today’s UNSC meeting as its one-year mandate is set to expire in March 2025.