Army Chief celebrates Eid with troops in North Waziristan

NORTH WAZIRISTAN: Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Syed Asim Munir celebrated eid with Pakistan Army troops deployed in Miran Shah & Spinwam in North Waziristan Agency, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, military’s media wing said in a press release on Wednesday.

Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said, commencing with Eid prayers at the frontline, COAS offered supplications for enduring stability and prosperity of Pakistan. Earlier, on arrival, Army Chief was warmly received by Commander Peshawar Corps.

Furthermore, COAS Asim Munir conveyed heartfelt Eid-ul-Fitr greetings to the troops, commending their unwavering dedication and service to the nation. Subsequently, COAS received a comprehensive briefing on operational readiness and the prevailing security landscape, with a specific focus on border security measures along the Pak-Afghan Border, the statement reads.

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“Acknowledging the formation’s monumental efforts in fostering peace and stability, COAS attributed these strides to the sacrifices of our martyrs, facilitating secure environment conducive to socio-economic development, particularly in the Newly Merged Districts and throughout Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,” it added.

According to the military’s spokesperson, Emphasizing the adverse impact of terrorism upon development, Gen. Asim Munir underscored the collective imperative to safeguard the hard-earned peace.

Army Chief urged all stakeholders, especially the local populace, to remain vigilant against adversarial elements seeking to destabilize the region. “Maintain unwavering focus on your professional duties in service to the nation,” COAS concluded.