Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has emphasized that Pakistan will not tolerate use of Afghan soil for conduct of terrorism against its people. He was interacting with Ulema of Ahl-e-Tashayyu at Rawalpindi where matters of national security and role of Ulema in societal harmony came under discussion. The Field Marshal reiterated the resolve to eliminate terrorists and their infrastructure operating against Pakistan wherever they may be, through precise, intelligence-based operations.

He emphasized that Afghan Taliban must prevent use of Afghan soil for terrorism against Pakistan. The Field Marshal also underscored vital role of Ulema in promoting unity, tolerance and national cohesion, particularly in countering misinformation, sectarian narratives and externally sponsored destabilization efforts. He highlighted Pakistan's efforts and pro-active diplomacy in seeking regional de-escalation.

He emphasized the critical role of Ulema to strengthen unity and counter extremism, reiterating that religious sentiments must not be exploited to incite violence in the country. Violence in Pakistan, on the basis of incidents occurring in another country, will not be tolerated. The participating Ulema expressed their desire for peace, stability, and condemned violence in the name of religion in strongest terms. They expressed wholehearted support to law enforcement agencies in bringing about peace and stability in the country.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)