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Express Tribune
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
COAS asks Kabul to curb Indian proxies on its soil
Listen to article Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir said on Friday that Islamabad sought peaceful and cooperative relations with Afghanistan and warned Kabul against permitting Indian-sponsored terrorist proxies to operate from its soil. Addressing officers of the 52nd Common Training Programme in Islamabad, Field Marshal Asim maintained that Afghanistan was a neighbouring Islamic country but it must act responsibly and curb the influence of hostile forces operating in its territory. "We ask only one thing: do not give space to India's terrorist proxies – Fitna al-Hind and Fitna al-Khawarij," he said. Afghanistan remains a "brotherly, neighbouring Islamic country" but it must act responsibly and curb the influence of hostile forces operating in its territory, he added. He highlighted the crucial role of a transparent and efficient civil bureaucracy in national development, stressing that its service-based structure was indispensable in the state system. He emphasised the need for institutional cohesion and mutual understanding between civil and military leadership. In his address, the army chief discussed national security, internal and external challenges and the vital role of the armed forces in safeguarding regional peace and stability. He urged the officers to embody the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and patriotism in their duties. He also highlighted the importance of inter-institutional cooperation and mutual respect in advancing Pakistan's strategic and developmental goals. He expressed his belief that such collaboration between civilian and military sectors would help strengthen Pakistan's position on the global stage. The COAS's remarks underscored the necessity for a capable civil bureaucracy to efficiently manage state affairs and contribute to the country's development. The meeting concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session, reflecting a spirit of shared responsibility and collective commitment to Pakistan's progress.
India.com
a day ago
- Politics
- India.com
Pakistan's radical army chief Asim Munir makes BIG claim against India after humiliating defeat in Operation Sindoor, says New Delhi is region's biggest…
Asim Munir (File) Operation Sindoor: Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir does not seem to have learnt any lessons from the humiliating defeat his forces sustained at the hands of their Indian counterparts during last month's Operation Sindoor. The radical army officer is back to his old ways of spewing venom against India, ironically calling New Delhi as the 'biggest sponsor of terrorism' in the region, without presenting any shred of evidence for his accusation. India 'biggest sponsor of terrorism', claims Munir Addressing Pakistan Army officers of the 52nd Common Training Programme on Friday, Asim Munir accused India of being the biggest terror sponsor in the subcontinent, and urged other countries, particularly Afghanistan, to be wary of New Delhi's alleged 'proxy' network, which he claimed is being used to carry out terror attacks in Pakistan and other nations. 'Pakistan wants friendly relations with Afghanistan, a brotherly Islamic country, but expects Kabul not to give space to India-sponsored terrorist groups, Fitna al-Hindustan and Fitna al-Khawarij. India is the biggest sponsor of terrorism in the region,' Munir claimed, adding that Pakistan will never accept Indian hegemony. 'We have never bowed down before India and won't in the future' he asserted. Terrorism India's 'internal issue' Talking about terror incidents in India, Asim Munir said it was an internal issue of New Delhi, which he alleged stems from purported discrimination and violence against minorities, especially Indian Muslims. Munir claimed the terror attacks in India have nothing to do with Pakistan. Notably, this allegation coming from a Pakistan army chief is quite ironic, as his country has a notorious track record as far as treatment of minority groups is concerned. Pakistan's minority population is dwindling at a rapid pace since the country's formation, while the same is flourishing in India, with their numbers increasing rapidly. Additionally, Pakistan was carved out on the basis of religion, where Muslims enjoys privileges, while minorities like Hindus, Christians, Sikhs, and even other smaller Islamic sects like Shias and Ahmadis, are treated as second-class citizens. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Army chief also addressed Islamabad's defence preparedness, asserting that the country and armed forces are fully prepared to meet the requirements of modern warfare. The Field Marshal also stressed on the importance of unity among all state institutions, stating that the administration and civil bureaucracy are the foundation of harmony and their responsibilities are crucial. Operation Sindoor Last month, on May 7, Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor, a series of deadly, precision strikes on terror infrastructures deep inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), to avenge the heinous Pahalgam terror attack in which terrorists gunned down 26 civilians, mostly Indian Hindu tourists in Kashmir valley on April 22, 2025. The Indian attack sparked a series of strikes and counter-strikes from India and Pakistan as both sides fired missiles and attack drones at each other's territories for nearly 100 hours before a ceasefire agreement was reached.
Business Recorder
4 days ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Security forces eliminate 11 Indian-sponsored terrorists in Waziristan operation: ISPR
Security forces eliminated 11 terrorists backed by an 'Indian proxy group' in a high-intensity operation in South Waziristan, the military's media wing said on Tuesday, vowing to wipe out the scourge of foreign-sponsored terrorism from the country. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the intelligence-based operation (IBO) was conducted in the general area of Sararogha after reports of the presence of Khawarij militants belonging to the Indian-sponsored group 'Fitna al-Khawarij.' During heavy exchanges of fire, security forces 'effectively engaged the terrorist hideout,' killing 11 militants and injuring seven others, the ISPR said. However, two brave soldiers—Major Syed Moiz Abbas Shah, 37, from Chakwal, and Lance Naik Jibran Ullah, 27, from Bannu—embraced martyrdom while leading the assault. 'Major Moiz Shaheed was renowned for his courage and daring actions in numerous operations against the Khawarij,' the military's statement read, paying tribute to the fallen officer. The ISPR emphasized that sanitization operations are ongoing to root out any remaining terrorists in the area, reaffirming the military's determination to 'eliminate the menace of Indian-sponsored terrorism from Pakistani soil.' 'Such sacrifices of our brave soldiers only strengthen our resolve,' the statement declared, signaling a clear warning against external destabilization efforts.
Express Tribune
04-06-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
14 terrorists gunned down in N Waziristan
At least 14 militants allegedly affiliated with Fitna al-Khawarij, a group identified as an Indian proxy, were killed in intellegence-based operations in North Waziristan between June 2 and 3, it emerged on Wednesday. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), security forces conducted operations in Dhatta Khel area of North Waziristan. "After a fierce exchange of fire, 14 militants affiliated with the Indian-sponsored group were neutralized." Sanitization operations are ongoing in the area to ensure the complete elimination of any remaining threats, said the military's media wing. "Pakistan's armed forces remain resolute in their mission to eradicate Indian-sponsored terrorism and restore lasting peace across the country," the statement added. Meanwhile, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to the security forces for eliminating 14 Indian-backed terrorists. The president and prime minister, in their separately issued statements, praised the bravery of the security forces and reiterated that due to their professional expertise, the scourge of terrorism would be uprooted entirely. President Zardari resolved that the operations against terrorists would continue until their complete elimination, as the valiant security forces were resolute in eradicating Indian-backed terrorists. He reiterated that the nation's resolve to eliminate terrorist elements and defend the country remained unwavering and expressed the country's commitment to eradicate the Fitna al Khawarij. Calling the terrorists the enemies of the humanity, Prime Minister Shehbaz said that their nefarious designs would be thwarted. He reiterated that the government and security forces were fully committed to eliminating terrorism from the country. Earlier, the federal government had officially designated all terrorist groups operating in Balochistan as 'Fitna al Hindustan', accusing India of sponsoring a proxy war through these outfits.
Express Tribune
04-06-2025
- General
- Express Tribune
Security forces eliminate 14 militants in North Waziristan operation: ISPR
Listen to article At least 14 militants allegedly affiliated with Fitna al-Khawarij, a group identified as an Indian proxy, were killed in intellegence-based operations in North Waziristan between June 2 and 3, it emerged on Wednesday. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), security forces conducted operations in Dhatta Khel area of North Waziristan. "After a fierce exchange of fire, 14 militants affiliated with the Indian-sponsored group were neutralized." Sanitization operations are ongoing in the area to ensure the complete elimination of any remaining threats, said the military's media wing. "Pakistan's armed forces remain resolute in their mission to eradicate Indian-sponsored terrorism and restore lasting peace across the country," the statement added. Read: Seven 'India-backed terrorists' killed in Balochistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the security forces for their 'professional excellence' in the North Waziristan operation, saying such efforts were critical to eliminating the threat posed by what he called enemies of humanity. 'We will crush the nefarious designs of these terrorists,' Shehbaz said in a statement issued by his office. 'With the professional capability of our security forces, we will uproot the monster of terrorism once and for all.' A similar operation was conducted earlier this week whereby seven terrorists allegedly affiliated with the India-backed group Fitna al-Hindustan were killed in two separate operations in Balochistan on June 2, 2025. Read More: Bilawal rejects India's false accusations, reaffirms Pakistan's commitment to peace Earlier, the federal government had officially designated all terrorist groups operating in Balochistan as 'Fitna al Hindustan', accusing India of sponsoring a proxy war through these outfits. According to a notification issued by the Ministry of Interior, the move stems from 'the involvement of some organizations and groups in terrorist activities in Balochistan, which are detrimental to Islamic faith, the sovereignty of Pakistan, and its customary traditions'. The notification further stated that the new designation is intended to reflect 'the true nature and ideology' of these groups and their 'nefarious designs' sponsored by India. 'All government entities are directed to start the above practice immediately,' the notification said, underscoring a concerted effort to reframe the narrative around insurgent violence in the province. The announcement came after Islamabad accused India of escalating indirect aggression after what he described as its defeat in a recent security operation dubbed "Marka-e-Haq'.
