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27 terrorists killed in Balochistan Attempts against peace to be crushed: COAS

Muhammad Anis
Tuesday, Jan 14, 2025

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir on Monday made it clear that any attempt to disturb the peace of the nation would be met with decisive and overwhelming force.

“The enemy may try to sow discord and fear, but we will not relent. Hostile elements will be dealt with an iron hand. They will continue to suffer heavy losses, and their capacity to inflict harm will be decimated,” the COAS said.

General Asim Munir visited Peshawar on Monday, where he was provided with a comprehensive briefing on the prevailing security situation and the ongoing counter-terrorism operations targeting Fitna Al Khwarij. The briefing was also attended by the Federal Minister of Interior and Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

During his visit, the COAS praised the unwavering resolve and unmatched sacrifices of the Pakistan Armed Forces and law enforcement agencies, who have been instrumental in dismantling terrorist networks and thwarting their nefarious agenda. “As we stand united against the forces of evil, I am immensely proud of the remarkable achievements of our security forces. Through their dedication, courage, and supreme sacrifices, we have successfully degraded the operational capabilities of terrorist organizations, both within our borders and beyond”, the COAS said.

The Army Chief mentioned that forces have relentlessly pursued and eliminated key terrorist leaders, dismantled their infrastructure, and neutralized their cells, sending a clear message that terror has no place in their land. “This war is ongoing and we would take it to its logical conclusion, InshAllah”, the COAS maintained. Gen Munir further emphasised the relentless efforts of law enforcement agencies in ensuring the safety and security of citizens, foiling numerous attacks, and maintaining peace and order. He highlighted that every operation has been a testament to the courage, professionalism, and operational readiness of the security forces, who continue to thwart the evolving threats posed by terrorists. Gen Munir also lauded the exceptional morale of the troops, who remain steadfast in their commitment to safeguard the sovereignty of the nation. He affirmed that the Pakistan Armed Forces and law enforcement agencies stand as an unbreakable force, resolute in their mission to protect the motherland and its people.

The army chief also separately interacted with politicians of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa belonging to different political parties. The participants resolved consensus on the need for one political voice and public support against the scourge of terrorism. The political representatives showed vivid clarity on the unflinching support of the Armed Forces and LEAs in the nation’s fight against terror and agreed on the need for a unified front beyond political colours against the extremist philosophy of terrorist groups. Upon arrival, COAS was received by the Corps Commander Peshawar.

In another development, security forces eliminated as many as 27 terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in the remote district of Balochistan, the military’s media wing said.

The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement that on January 12 security forces conducted the IBO in the Kacchi district of Balochistan. During the operation, troops “stealthily surrounded and effectively engaged the terrosits’ location, and after an intense fire exchange, twenty seven terrorists were sent to hell”. Multiple hideouts, including caches of arms, ammunition and explosives, were also destroyed during the operation, the ISPR added. The terrorists were involved in numerous terrorist activities against the security forces as well as innocent civilians and were highly wanted by law enforcement agencies, as per the ISPR. “Security forces of Pakistan, in step with the nation, remain determined to thwart attempts at sabotaging peace, stability and progress of Balochistan.”