Rawalpindi (Web Desk/Agencies): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Friday reaffirmed his government’s unwavering commitment to combating terrorism, pledging to continue the ongoing operation against Fitna-al-Khawarij until their complete eradication.
“All our armed forces and law enforcing agencies will continue their operation for which there is a national consensus,” he said while addressing a ceremony held here at General Headquarters (GHQ) in connection with Defence Day.
PM Shehbaz paid rich tributes to the valiant sons of soil and brave heroes of Armed Forces who fearlessly fought, and defeated the enemy that attacked our motherland across the international border on 6 September 1965.
“Despite their numerical advantage, said the enemy designs were thwarted by the valiant Armed Forces and were handed an unforgettable defeat, on all fronts,” the premier said.
He saluted the families of Shuhada, whose immense resilience and strength continued to inspire the nation.
PM Shehbaz emphasised that divisions within the nation posed threat to the country’s integrity and any movement in the country aimed at weakening the state will not be tolerated at any cost.
“Abuse or bullets are not solution to the issues,” he said stressing the need of unity among the nation.
He said all Pakistanis are responsible to ensure development, peace and stability in the country. “We might be in different fields but our goal is only one that is development, integrity and security of Pakistan.”
PM Shehbaz said Pakistan is a peace loving country. “We have proved that Pakistan does not have aggressive designs against its neighbors.”