Baghdad: The US Embassy in Baghdad announced Saturday that Washington remains deeply concerned about the ongoing operations and territorial expansions of the Daesh/ISIS and al-Qaeda terror groups. It emphasized the United States' commitment to prioritizing partnerships with allies and regional actors in its efforts to combat terrorism.

According to Anadolu Agency, the embassy, referencing remarks from the State Department's Bureau of International Organization Affairs shared on US social media company X, praised UN member states that have maintained counter-terrorism efforts in Iraq, Syria, and Somalia. The embassy noted that these efforts have successfully constrained ISIS operations.

In response to the US concerns, Iraqi military spokesman Sabah al-Numan told the state news agency INA that ISIS no longer poses a threat within Iraq, describing the terrorist group as 'paralyzed' due to the vigilance and daily operations of security forces. He assured that Iraq's borders are fully secured and regional tensions will not directly affect the country's stability.

Dorothy Shea, the US Ambassador to the UN, addressed the Security Council this week, stating that Washington has intensified its global counterterrorism campaign, specifically targeting ISIS and al-Qaeda leadership, infrastructure, and financial networks. Shea highlighted notable successes, including the elimination of high-ranking ISIS attack planners in Somalia, Iraq, and Syria, and the transfer into US custody of an individual allegedly responsible for the Abbey Gate terrorist bombing in Afghanistan.

The attack at Kabul airport in Afghanistan in August 2021 resulted in the death of at least 13 US soldiers and was claimed by ISIS. Shea further added that the US continues to collaborate with allies through intelligence sharing and joint operations to enhance global security and prevent the spread of extremist ideologies.