Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has emphasized that Pakistan seeks peace with all neighbours including Afghanistan, but will not allow cross-border terrorism to be perpetrated from Afghan soil against Pakistan.
He said this during his visit to Peshawar today where he held an interactive session with Jirga of tribal elders.
The Field Marshal highlighted that despite continuation of cross border terrorism from Afghanistan, Pakistan, over the last few years has exercised patience and extended multiple diplomatic and economic overtures to Afghanistan, aimed at improving Pak-Afghan bilateral relations.
He said, however, instead of acting decisively against Indian sponsored terror proxies Fitna Al Khwarij and Fitna Al Hindustan, Afghan Taliban Regime has been providing all possible assistance to these groups.
Syed Asim Munir assured the tribal elders that Pakistan, particularly Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, will be cleansed of terrorists and their abettors.
He appreciated the steadfast and unconditional support rendered by the tribal people to the security forces during the recent standoff between Pakistan and Afghan Taliban.
He paid rich tribute to the resilience and sacrifices of the brave people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in war against terrorism.
On the occasion, the tribal elders reiterated their full support to the Armed Forces against terrorism and also against Afghan Taliban.
They appreciated the candid discourse by the Field Marshal and expressed their unwavering commitment for peace in Pakistan. The highlighted that Fitna Al Khwarij’s twisted ideology had no acceptance among the tribes of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Later on, the Field Marshal was given a comprehensive on the prevailing security environment, operational preparedness and ongoing counter terrorism efforts to maintain peace and stability along the Pak-Afghan border.
Upon arrival, he was received by Commander Peshawar Corps.
