Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir reiterated the armed forces’ commitment to comprehensively defeating hostile terrorist networks and eradicating illegal activities, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Friday.
During his visit to Orakzai District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the army chief interacted with troops who recently participated in counter-terrorism operations in Tirah Valley, the military’s media wing said.
It added that General Syed Asim Munir was given an in-depth briefing on the current security situation, ongoing intelligence-based counter-terrorism actions, and multi-faceted strategies being employed to ensure stability in the merged districts.
The army chief praised the high morale and readiness of the officers and troops to effectively respond to all types of threats. General Syed Asim Munir also emphasised that peace achieved through significant national sacrifice would be preserved at all costs.
“The sacrifices of martyrs strengthen the resolve to continue fighting with dedication and a spirit of sacrifice,” he added.
