*WASHINGTON:* The United States could consider ending a suspension ofsecurity assistance to Pakistan if it takes “decisive and sustained”actions against militant groups in the country, the state department‘sofficial said on Tuesday.

“We may consider lifting the suspension when we see decisive and sustainedactions to address our concerns, including targeting all terrorist groupsoperating within its territory, without distinction,” Deputy Secretary ofState John Sullivan told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

The US government last month said it was suspending at least $900 millionin security assistance to Pakistan until it takes action against the AfghanTaliban and the Haqqani network militant groups.