Afghanistan, July 17 -- The International Crisis Group has raised alarms about the rising threat posed by the Khorasan branch of the Islamic State (ISIS-K), stating that the group remains dangerous and active despite the loss of several top leaders.
According to the latest report published on Wednesday, July 16, the Taliban have killed multiple ISIS leaders since regaining control of Afghanistan. However, ISIS-K continues to retain the capacity to carry out deadly attacks.
Some senior ISIS members have reportedly relocated from Afghanistan to Pakistan, shifting a portion of the group's operational focus across the border. The report emphasizes the growing emphasis on cross-border attacks.
ISIS-K has increasingly tried to present itself a...