Army Chief Urges Unity, Rejects Sectarian and External Influence
Rawalpindi: Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir declared on Thursday that Pakistan will show zero tolerance for violence triggered by developments in foreign countries. He made the remarks during a meeting with ulema from the Ahl-e-Tasheeh community in Rawalpindi, according to an ISPR statement.
During the interaction, Munir stressed the importance of national unity, urging religious scholars to promote tolerance and cohesion. He also called on ulema to actively counter misinformation, sectarian narratives, and externally sponsored destabilization efforts. Furthermore, he warned against exploiting religious sentiments to incite unrest within the country.
Munir highlighted Pakistan’s ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing regional tensions. At the same time, he emphasized that maintaining internal stability remains a top priority amid evolving geopolitical challenges.
Firm Stance on Terrorism and Regional Security Concerns
Referring to Operation Ghazab lil Haq, Munir reiterated that Pakistan will not allow terrorist groups to use Afghan soil for attacks against its citizens. He urged the Afghan Taliban to take concrete steps to prevent such activities. Moreover, he reaffirmed Pakistan’s resolve to eliminate terrorist networks and their infrastructure through precise, intelligence-based operations wherever necessary.
The army chief underscored that peace and stability depend on collective efforts, particularly from influential religious leaders. Consequently, he encouraged ulema to play a proactive role in discouraging extremism and promoting harmony.
In response, participating scholars strongly condemned violence carried out in the name of religion. They expressed their commitment to peace and stability, while also pledging full support to law enforcement agencies in maintaining order across the country.
