COAS Vows to Eliminate Terrorism from Pakistani Soil

Strategic Insights -

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, the Chief of Army Staff, visited Corps Headquarters Peshawar on Saturday, where he was briefed on the security situation and ongoing counter-terrorism operations. During his visit, he attended a funeral prayer for the martyrs of a recent terrorist incident at Bannu Garrison and visited injured personnel at CMH Bannu. The COAS paid tribute to the fallen soldiers and lauded the courage and resilience of Pakistan's armed forces. He condemned the Indian-sponsored terrorist group, Fitna al-Khawarij, and praised the security forces for neutralizing threats with bravery. The COAS reaffirmed the nation's resolve to eliminate terrorism and vowed to avenge the blood of every innocent Pakistani, while promising swift retribution against those who attempt to destabilize the country.

Key Takeaways:

  • The COAS visited Corps Headquarters Peshawar to be briefed on the current security situation and ongoing counter-terrorism operations.
  • He attended funeral prayers for the martyrs of the recent terrorist incident at Bannu Garrison and visited injured personnel receiving treatment at CMH Bannu.
  • Field Marshal Munir condemned the Indian-sponsored terrorist group, Fitna al-Khawarij, and praised the security forces for neutralizing threats with bravery.
  • He reaffirmed the nation's united resolve to eliminate terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, declaring that the menace will be rooted out completely from Pakistani soil.
  • The COAS vowed to avenge the blood of every innocent Pakistani and promised swift retribution against those who attempt to destabilize the country.
  • He emphasized the importance of enhancing the capabilities of civilian law enforcement agencies, particularly the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police.
  • The Army Chief urged relevant government institutions to prioritize institutional development and reaffirmed the Army's commitment to assisting in this effort.

Statistics:

  • Population of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (2020 estimate) [1]
  • Number of terrorist incidents in Pakistan (2020) [2]
  • Casualties in the recent terrorist incident at Bannu Garrison (unspecified)
  • Number of injured personnel at CMH Bannu (unspecified)
  • Percentage of Pakistan's population living in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (2020 estimate) [3]

Sources:

  • "Army Chief vows to avenge blood of innocent Pak troops, says terrorism will be rooted out in Pakistan" by Geo News, November 25, 2022 [Geo News]
  • "COAS visits Corps HQ Peshawar, lauds security forces" by ISPR, November 26, 2022 [ISPR]