Security Council hears of persistent and evolving Da’esh threat
2025-02-10 12:00
New York, 10 February 2025 – The Security Council today heard a briefing from the head of the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Office (UNOCT) on the persistent and evolving threat posed by Da’esh.
Vladimir Voronkov, Under-Secretary-General of UNOCT, told the Council that Da’esh remains a “potent force” despite its territorial defeat in Iraq and Syria. He said that the group has adapted its tactics and is now operating in a more decentralized and clandestine manner.
Voronkov said that Da’esh is exploiting new technologies, such as social media and encrypted messaging apps, to spread its propaganda and recruit new members. He also warned that the group is increasingly targeting vulnerable populations, such as displaced persons and refugees.
The Security Council expressed its deep concern about the continued threat posed by Da’esh. The Council members called for a comprehensive and sustained international effort to combat the group.
The Council also called on member states to implement the recommendations of the UN Secretary-General’s report on the threat posed by Da’esh. The report, which was released in December 2024, calls for a number of measures to address the threat, including:
- Strengthening border controls
- Disrupting the group’s financial networks
- Countering the group’s propaganda
- Providing support to victims of Da’esh
The Security Council also called on member states to cooperate with each other to combat Da’esh. The Council members stressed the importance of sharing information and intelligence, and of coordinating efforts to disrupt the group’s activities.
The meeting was held under the presidency of China. The other members of the Security Council are Albania, Brazil, France, Gabon, Ghana, India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, Norway, the Russian Federation, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Security Council hears of persistent and evolving Da’esh threat
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