ISLAMABAD: Afghanistan has once again been ranked among the world’s most unsafe countries, according to the latest Global Peace Index released by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP), a leading international think tank.
The report said security conditions in Afghanistan continued to deteriorate under Taliban rule. The country was placed 158th out of 163 states on the global peace index.
IEP reported a further 0.28 percent decline in Afghanistan’s overall peace score compared to last year. The drop was described as evidence of a deepening security crisis.
Afghanistan was identified as South Asia’s least peaceful and most fragile country. Poor performance was recorded across all major peace indicators.
The report cited high levels of violence, easy access to weapons, weak governance and persistent instability. National security was said to be under severe strain.
Armed militant groups operating in Afghanistan were described as a growing threat to both the country and the wider region. These groups were reported to have broad access to modern weapons, contributing to regional instability.
Rising poverty, unemployment and economic hardship were highlighted as key drivers of radicalization. Afghan youth were said to be increasingly drawn toward extremist groups, further worsening security risks.
The deteriorating situation was described as a continuing threat to neighboring countries, particularly Pakistan. According to the report, changes in Afghanistan’s security environment directly affect Pakistan.
IEP noted that Pakistan has repeatedly presented evidence at international forums linking terrorism to Afghanistan. It said the impact of cross-border insecurity has become more complex and severe in 2025.
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Growing global concern was expressed over Afghanistan’s worsening conditions. Analysts warned that without urgent action, the crisis could pose an even greater danger to regional peace and stability.
