Field Marshal Asim Munir, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), has reaffirmed the military’s firm resolve to eliminate terrorism from the country and respond decisively to any internal or external threats. His remarks were delivered during the 16th National Workshop in Balochistan, according to a statement by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
Acknowledging the recent uptick in terrorist attacks, particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, Munir emphasized the need for a unified national response. He noted that banned outfits like the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) had intensified their assaults, employing more lethal tactics and targeting security personnel.
The COAS linked this surge in violence to India’s alleged backing of proxy militants, particularly after Pakistan and India engaged in a brief but intense military exchange in May following the Pahalgam attack. Munir labelled India’s efforts as part of a hybrid war strategy, using groups like the TTP and BLA—referred to as Fitna-al-Khawarij and Fitna-al-Hindustan—as tools to destabilize Pakistan.
He asserted that these proxies would meet the same fate as they did in “Marka-i-Haq,” the period of conflict from April 22 to May 10, and warned against underestimating Pakistan’s preparedness and resolve.
Munir also highlighted the strategic importance of Balochistan, calling for accelerated socio-economic development and greater inter-agency collaboration to promote national cohesion. He reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace but underscored that the country remains ready to act decisively to protect its sovereignty and citizens.
