Use of Afghan soil for terrorism unacceptable, COAS says during Wana visit

Chief of Defence Staff (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Wednesday said the use of Afghan soil by terrorist groups to carry out terrorist activities against Pakistan was unacceptable, as he visited Wana in South Waziristan to review the security situation along the western border, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said.

During the visit, the army chief laid a floral wreath at the Shuhada Monument and offered Fateha to pay homage to the martyrs who rendered supreme sacrifices in defence of the country.

He reaffirmed that the sacrifices of msrtyrs remain the cornerstone of Pakistan’s security and resilience.

The COAS was given a comprehensive briefing on the security environment, ongoing intelligence-based operations, and border management measures.

He was also briefed in detail on the ongoing Operation Ghazab lil Haq and the latest developments along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.

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Interacting with officers and troops deployed in forward areas, Gen Munir commended their professionalism, operational vigilance, and high morale during the ongoing skirmishes. He lauded their steadfast commitment to safeguarding Pakistan’s sovereignty and ensuring peace and stability in the region.

Referring to cross-border threats, the army chief emphasised that the use of Afghan soil by “Fitna al Khawarij” and “Fitna al Hindustan” for acts of terrorism against Pakistan was unacceptable and that all necessary measures would be taken to neutralise threats emanating from across the border.

The COAS reiterated that lasting peace between the two sides was contingent upon the Afghan Taliban renouncing support for terrorism and terrorist organisations.

Expressing satisfaction over the operational preparedness of the Pakistan Army, he conveyed full confidence in the combat readiness, synergy, and resilience of the formations deployed along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.

Upon arrival in Wana, the COAS was received by the Corps Commander Peshawar, the ISPR added.