Pakistan, UK Raise Alarm Over TTP Threats Operating From Afghanistan

Pakistan and the United Kingdom have expressed concern over the continuing threat posed by terrorist groups operating in and from Afghanistan. The issue was raised during the countries’ annual bilateral counter-terrorism dialogue held in Islamabad on Wednesday, according to Pakistan’s Foreign Office.

Delegations from both countries reviewed their existing bilateral and multilateral cooperation against terrorism and reaffirmed a shared commitment to confronting terrorism in all its forms. The discussions covered the evolving regional and international security environment as well as the risks created by transnational militant networks.

The Foreign Office said the two sides specifically discussed the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan and other groups operating from Afghan territory. Both delegations stressed that a stable and secure Afghanistan was essential for durable peace, security and economic prosperity across the wider region.

The British delegation offered condolences over the deaths of civilians in terrorist attacks in Pakistan and reiterated its solidarity with the country. The discussions also recognised Pakistan’s contribution to regional security and the continuing human and institutional costs of its campaign against militant violence.

Officials explored additional areas of cooperation, including the exchange of operational experience and institutional best practices. The talks also examined emerging terrorism-related challenges such as misinformation campaigns, disinformation, the misuse of social-media platforms and the exploitation of new technologies by extremist networks.

Both sides agreed to strengthen links between their relevant institutions and continue regular engagement on shared counter-terrorism priorities. The next round of the bilateral dialogue is scheduled to be held in London in 2027 on dates to be agreed by the two governments.

The Islamabad meeting follows the previous round of Pakistan-UK counter-terrorism talks held in London in February 2025. That meeting concluded with an agreement to convene the subsequent dialogue in Islamabad in 2026, demonstrating that the mechanism has continued according to the timetable established by both countries.

Security relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan have remained strained as Islamabad repeatedly calls on the Taliban administration to prevent militant organisations from using Afghan territory to plan or launch attacks. Kabul has disputed Pakistan’s accusations, while Pakistani officials continue to demand concrete and verifiable action against alleged militant sanctuaries.

The latest dialogue does not announce a new military operation or binding security agreement. Its immediate significance lies in the joint identification of the cross-border militant threat, the continuation of institutional cooperation and the decision to include online manipulation and emerging technologies within future counter-terrorism coordination.