Any Further Provocation by Taliban Will Get ‘Measured, Decisive Response’: FO
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Foreign Office (FO) has issued a strong warning to the Afghan Taliban regime, stating that any further provocations will be met with a “measured, decisive and befitting response.” The statement comes after recent cross-border hostilities and the launch of Operation Ghazab lil-Haq by Pakistan’s armed forces.
FO Clarifies Pakistan’s Position
According to the Foreign Office spokesperson, Pakistan carried out precise operations in self-defence following repeated terrorist attacks allegedly originating from Afghan soil. The FO emphasized that Pakistan acted under its right to self-defence in accordance with international law and the UN Charter.
The statement accused militant groups, including Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), referred to by the state as “Fitna al-Khawarij,” of operating from Afghan territory.
Pakistan warned that any attempt to undermine its sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity would result in a firm and proportionate response.
Operation Ghazab lil-Haq: Key Updates
Prime Minister’s spokesperson for foreign media, Mosharraf Zaidi, shared the latest figures regarding the operation:
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297 Afghan Taliban fighters killed
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450+ reported injured
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89 Taliban posts destroyed
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18 posts captured
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135 tanks and armored personnel carriers destroyed
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29 locations targeted through aerial strikes
Security sources stated that multiple checkposts and military installations were neutralized during the ongoing operation.
PM Visits GHQ for Security Briefing
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi and received a detailed briefing from military leadership, including Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir.
The Prime Minister reaffirmed zero tolerance against terrorism and emphasized that Pakistan’s armed forces are fully capable of defending the nation.
Senate Adopts Resolution
The Senate unanimously passed a resolution condemning what it termed unprovoked aggression originating from Afghan territory. The resolution declared that any challenge to Pakistan’s sovereignty would be met with a decisive response.
International Reaction
Global leaders and organizations have called for restraint and dialogue:
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United Nations urged diplomatic solutions.
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Russia and Iran called for an immediate ceasefire.
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Saudi Arabia held diplomatic discussions with Pakistan over regional security concerns.
The international community has emphasized the importance of dialogue to prevent further escalation.
Government’s Firm Stance
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reiterated that there will be no compromise on national defence.
Officials stressed that while Pakistan prefers peace and regional stability, it will respond strongly to any aggression.
