ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, has delivered a firm warning that militants using Afghan territory as safe havens will not be allowed to threaten Pakistan’s security. His remarks reflect Islamabad’s increasingly hardline approach amid ongoing tensions with Afghanistan over cross-border attacks.
Pakistan has repeatedly accused groups such as the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) of launching assaults from within Afghanistan, a claim consistently denied by the Afghan Taliban leadership. The situation has worsened in recent weeks, with both sides exchanging allegations and engaging in limited military actions, including air and drone strikes along the border.
During a visit to Kurram, a sensitive tribal district near the Afghan frontier, Munir addressed troops and praised their commitment and professionalism. He highlighted the importance of ongoing operations, particularly Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq, which the military says aims to dismantle militant networks and restore stability in border regions.
Reaffirming Pakistan’s position, the army chief stressed that Afghan soil must not be used for hostile activities against Pakistan. He also emphasized the armed forces’ resolve to defend the country’s sovereignty, crediting recent operational successes to the sacrifices of fallen soldiers and the determination of those still serving.
