Pakistan, July 3 -- The United States has reaffirmed Pakistan's right to defend itself against terrorist attacks following a United Nations vote on the Global Counterterrorism Strategy. The statement came as the UN General Assembly adopted the revised framework despite opposition from Washington. The developments highlight ongoing international debate over global counterterrorism priorities and regional security.

According to the US State Department, Pakistan has suffered heavily from terrorism and retains the right to protect itself against terrorist attacks. The remarks followed Pakistan's recent operation against terrorist infrastructure along the Afghan border after an attack on a Pakistan Rangers Sindh headquarters in Karachi's Guli...