Afghanistan, Feb. 5 -- The United Nations has warned that Islamic State (ISIS) and its Khorasan branch in Afghanistan continue to pose a serious threat to regional and global security.
Alexander Zuev, UN Assistant Secretary-General for Counter-Terrorism, told the Security Council that ISIS-K remains one of the most dangerous terror threats in and beyond the region.
He noted that although the number of attacks has declined, ISIS-K continues to rebuild its ranks quickly and recruit supporters through online networks.
Zuev also referenced a recent attack in Kabul claimed by ISIS-K that killed seven people and injured several others, including a child.
Representatives of the United States, Britain, China, and Pakistan echoed concerns during...