According to the US government's annual threat assessment, Daesh remains the most significant terrorism challenge facing America and its partners, with its Afghan branch, ISIS-K, being the most capable of carrying out external terrorist attacks. The UN Security Council also highlighted the growing threat from Daesh in Afghanistan, noting its presence throughout South and Central Asia. Additionally, Al-Qaeda has been allowed to reestablish its foothold in Afghanistan since the Taliban seized power. Despite these warnings, there has been no significant international response. The US is expected to release a new Central Asia strategy in the coming months, and there are signs of renewed US-Pakistan intelligence cooperation on counterterrorism issues.