Army Chief vows to comprehensively defeat hostile terrorist nexus

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Gen Asim Munir on Friday reiterated the resolve to comprehensively defeat hostile terrorist nexus and that hard-earned peace would be maintained at all costs.

COAS expressed resolve during his visit to troops in Orakzai District who had participated in the recently conducted counter-terrorism actions in Tirah Valley and surroundings, the military’s media wing said.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Army Chief was given a comprehensive briefing on the overall security situation, ongoing intelligence-based counter-terrorism actions, and multi-prong measures being undertaken to ensure stability in Merged Districts.

Army Chief upon his arrival laid a wreath at the martyrs monument and was received by the Peshawar corps commander.

In his interaction with officers and troops, COAS appreciated their high morale and readiness to give effective responses against all types of threats, the ISPR said. “The COAS reiterated the resolve to comprehensively defeat hostile terrorist nexus and eliminate activities in illegal spectrum.”

Paying rich tribute to martyrs and ghazis of army and LEAs, Gen Asim Munir said, “Sacrifice of our martyrs strengthens our resolve to fight with utmost dedication and spirit of sacrifice”.

The army chief lauded the contributions being made by police and others in KP. “Pak Army will continue to provide all-out support to the KP police and other LEAs in enabling them to perform their duties in newly merged districts,” the COAS said while emphasising the need for continued capacity building of LEAs.

He also appreciated the support of local population in assisting security forces, noting that their positive role is essential in sustaining peace in the area.