Sunday 12 / October / 2025
Lahore: Pakistan Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has paid glowing tribute to the Pakistan Army for its effective and comprehensive response to Afghanistan’s recent provocations and for successfully targeting the hideouts of terrorists operating from Afghan soil and involved in attacks against Pakistan.
In a statement on Sunday, the Prime Minister expressed deep appreciation for the armed forces’ professionalism and dedication in safeguarding the nation’s borders. He also paid homage to the 23 security personnel who embraced martyrdom during the successful counter-terrorism operations.
The Prime Minister prayed for the elevation of the ranks of the martyrs and extended heartfelt condolences to their families. He also prayed for the speedy recovery of all security personnel injured in the operations against terrorists.
“I am proud of the professional excellence of the Pakistan Armed Forces,” the Prime Minister stated, reaffirming that there would be no compromise on Pakistan’s defence, and every act of provocation would be met with a strong and effective response.
He said that the Pakistan Army has always given a befitting reply to every kind of external aggression, adding that the entire nation stands shoulder to shoulder with the country’s security forces in defending Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The Prime Minister further said that Pakistan had repeatedly shared information with Afghan authorities regarding the presence of terrorist elements, who are using Afghan territory to launch attacks against Pakistan.
He noted that certain elements within Afghanistan were supporting these terrorist organisations, urging the Afghan interim government to ensure that its soil is not used by any group or individual to carry out terrorism against Pakistan.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace but made it clear that any attempt to undermine the country’s security would be met with decisive action.
