Key Takeaways
- Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir pledged to continue the counterterrorism campaign against Indian-sponsored terrorist groups.
- Munir visited the Corps Headquarters in Peshawar and lauded the armed forces' morale and professionalism.
- He directed the armed forces to maintain vigilance and operational readiness to counter threats.
Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir has reaffirmed the commitment of the armed forces to continue their counterterrorism campaign against Indian-sponsored terrorist groups, vowing to 'hit them hard wherever they are.'
During a visit to the Corps Headquarters in Peshawar, Munir was briefed on the security situation, ongoing counterterrorism operations, border management measures, and the operational preparedness of formations deployed in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Upon his arrival, Munir was received by the Peshawar Corps commander and expressed his satisfaction with the morale and professionalism of the armed forces, directing them to maintain 'vigilance and the highest standards of operational readiness.'
Munir also paid tribute to the martyred security personnel, affirming that 'with the support of the people, Pakistan will surely inflict total defeat on the terrorists and their perverted ideology.'
The visit comes a day after Munir attended a meeting of KP's apex committee held at the Governor House, where the province's overall security situation was reviewed.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who chaired the meeting, stated that the federal government, now running KP under governor's rule, would make every effort possible to 'bring back' progress to the province.
Munir's visit underscores the ongoing commitment of the armed forces to counter terrorism and maintain security in the region, particularly in light of the current political and security landscape.
The armed forces are directed to continue their campaign against Indian-sponsored terrorist outfits, ensuring that the threat is countered with the utmost force and determination.
