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Field Marshal Asim Munir vows to stop cross-border terrorism while seeking peace with neighbours

Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has assured the tribal elders that Pakistan, particularly Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, will be cleansed of the terrorists and their abettors, according to a statement issued by the military's media wing. During his visit to Peshawar, the army chief held an interactive session with a Jirga of tribal elders. Addressing the Jirga, COAS Munir appreciated the steadfast and unconditional support rendered by the tribal people to the security forces during the recent standoff between Pakistan and Afghan Taliban, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). 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 also paid rich tribute to the resilience and sacrifices of the brave people of Khyber-Pukhtunkhwa in war against terrorism. Tribal elders reiterated their full support to the armed forces against terrorism and also against Afghan Taliban. Also Read: TTP's former deputy chief killed in Bajaur IBO The COAS emphasised that Pakistan seeks peace with all neighbours including Afghanistan, but will not allow cross-border terrorism to be perpetrated from Afghan soil. He 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. 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. The COAS assured the tribal elders that Pakistan, particularly Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, will be cleansed of the terrorists and their abettors. Read More: 18 terrorists killed in Balochistan IBO: ISPR The tribal elders appreciated the candid discourse by the COAS and expressed their unwavering commitment for peace in Pakistan and highlighted that FAK’s twisted ideology had no acceptance among the tribes of K-P. During the visit, the COAS was given a comprehensive briefing at Headquarters 11 Corps, on the prevailing security environment, operational preparedness and ongoing counter terrorism efforts to maintain peace and stability along the Pak-Afghan border.

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