SOUTH WAZIRISTAN: Chief of Defence Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir stated that sustainable peace between Pakistan and Afghanistan is only possible if the Afghan Taliban cease supporting terrorism and terrorist organizations.

According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) Field Marshal Munir visited Wana in South Waziristan, where he laid flowers at the martyrs’ memorial and paid tribute to the sacrifices of personnel who gave their lives defending the nation.

During the visit, he received a briefing on the security situation along the western border and on Operation Ghazab ul Haq. He assessed operational preparedness, met troops at forward positions, and praised their professionalism, operational readiness, and high morale during ongoing engagements.

Field Marshal Munir emphasized that the sacrifices of martyrs form the foundation of Pakistan’s security and resilience. He condemned the use of Afghan territory by extremist groups to launch attacks against Pakistan and vowed that all threats from such activities would be neutralized.

He expressed full confidence in the formations deployed along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, highlighting their combat readiness, coordinated performance, and dedication. The COAS reiterated that lasting peace can only be achieved when the Taliban renounce terrorism and stop supporting militant networks.