The 2025 Global Terrorism Index reports Afghanistan ranks ninth, outside the top five for terrorism impact for the second year. Terrorism levels have significantly decreased since the Islamic Emirate’s takeover, although challenges remain, particularly concerning the ISKP. Concurrently, severe humanitarian crises affect millions, prompting calls for international support. Meanwhile, Pakistan supports U.S. efforts to recover military equipment left in Afghanistan due to security concerns.
According to the 2025 Global Terrorism Index report by the Institute for Economics and Peace, Afghanistan has achieved a notable ranking of ninth, marking its second consecutive year outside the top five countries most affected by terrorism. This index reflects a significant improvement, as Afghanistan exits the top five nations facing terrorism for the first time. The report indicated a marked decline in terrorism levels since the Islamic Emirate’s takeover, underscoring their ability to maintain internal stability.
Statements from IEA spokesman, Zabihullah Mujahid, emphasized “full security guarantees” for Afghan citizens, asserting that the country poses no threat to others. Despite this, he acknowledged that minor security incidents persist, emphasizing that such challenges are common worldwide. The report identified the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) as the most lethal group in Afghanistan, responsible for approximately 20% of the attacks in 2024, and noted rising tensions with Pakistan over various border issues.
In related news, the Herat governor’s office confirmed that the first phase of the Khaf-Herat railway project’s fourth section is set for completion within six months. This project aims to improve transportation infrastructure and enhance trade relations between Afghanistan and its regional partners. The local administration is committed to assisting the contracting company to expedite the project.
Additionally, the United Nations highlighted a severe humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, with over half the population, equating to 23 million people, in dire need of assistance. The issue of food insecurity remains critically high, affecting nearly one in three Afghans, including over 3.5 million children at risk of acute malnutrition.
Pakistan has endorsed a U.S. initiative to recover military equipment left behind in Afghanistan, expressing concerns regarding its potential misuse by terrorist factions. During a media briefing, Pakistan’s foreign ministry clarified its position, stating that while they support U.S. attempts to reclaim the equipment, they have not actively facilitated any actions regarding this matter. The underlying issue remains Pakistan’s security regarding the use of these arms in terrorist operations within its borders.
The 2025 Global Terrorism Index underscores a significant shift in Afghanistan’s standing regarding terrorism, displaying improvements in security. However, serious humanitarian challenges persist, affecting millions in the population. Regional developments, including ongoing infrastructure initiatives and international coordination on military equipment recovery, reflect the complexity of the situation in Afghanistan. Security guarantees have been emphasized, yet the continued threat from groups like ISKP highlights ongoing challenges in internal stability.
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