(VOVworld) – Given the ability of the Islamic State to adapt quickly to new circumstances and the steady stream of foreign fighters joining the group's ranks, United Nations Member States must mount a strategic response that includes addressing the underlying political and socio-economic causes of conflicts, particularly in Syria and Libya.

Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs Jeffrey Feltman presents the report of the Secretary-General on the threat posed by IS (UN Photo)

Jeffrey Feltman, the Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs, said in the first-ever briefing to the Council on UN counter-terrorism efforts against IS and its affiliates. Mr. Feltman highlighted significant detection on IS’s activities. The report stressed that dealing with IS was the responsibility of the UN and other international organizations. Thus, UN members need to exchange timely intelligence information, implement the UN Security Council’s related resolutions and further cooperate with private sectors to deal with threats from IS.