Pakistan, June 9 -- Pakistan has warned the United Nations Security Council that it will respond in self-defence to terrorist attacks originating from Afghanistan. The statement highlights rising cross-border militancy concerns. It matters for regional stability and Pakistan's national security.

Pakistan's UN envoy Asim Iftikhar Ahmad said militant groups, including the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan, operate freely from Afghan territory. He told the Security Council that Pakistan has seen an exponential rise in terrorist attacks. He warned that Islamabad would not remain passive in the face of continued violence.

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