Archive · 11 Jun 2025
US General: Pakistan a 'Phenomenal Partner' in Counterterrorism
A top US general described Pakistan as a valuable partner in fighting terrorism, especially against ISIS-K.
He also stated that the US needs good relationships with both Pakistan and India.
The general highlighted Pakistan's efforts and cooperation with US intelligence in capturing ISIS-K operatives, even though Pakistan has been actively fighting terrorism on its own soil.
General Kurilla praised Pakistan as a 'phenomenal partner' in counterterrorism efforts.
Kurilla emphasized the need for the US to maintain relationships with both Pakistan and India.
Pakistan has conducted counterterrorism operations against ISIS-K, with US intelligence support.
Pakistan has faced over a thousand terrorist attacks since early 2024.
The US has provided intelligence to Pakistan, who in return captured ISIS-K operatives
- Who
- US Army General Michael Kurilla
- What
- Discussion on US-Pakistan relations and counterterrorism.
- When
- Not specified, likely recent
- Where
- House Armed Services Committee
- Why
- To discuss US military posture and national security challenges.
Potential Concerns about the US-Pakistan relationship
Support of Pakistan
Pakistan Partnership
Potential Concerns about the US-Pakistan relationship
N/A
Support of Pakistan
Pakistan is a phenomenal partner in counterterrorism.
US Relationships
Potential Concerns about the US-Pakistan relationship
N/A
Support of Pakistan
The US must maintain relationships with both Pakistan and India.
- General
- Michael Kurilla
- Command
- CENTCOM
- Focus
- US-Pakistan relations and counterterrorism
- Partnership
- Pakistan
- Terrorist Group
- ISIS-K
- Recent Terrorist Attacks in Pakistan
- Over 1000 since early 2024
Sources
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