The Pentagon has issued a strong condemnation of the recent terrorist attack in Balochistan, Pakistan. During a press conference, Pentagon spokesperson Sabrina Singh denounced the violence and reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to collaborating with Pakistan in the fight against terrorism. Singh stressed that the US and Pakistani governments have a long-standing partnership, which will continue to strengthen in the face of such threats.
When queried about the US’s role in assisting Pakistan to eliminate terrorism, Singh underscored Washington’s dedication to working closely with Islamabad to address the issue. She confirmed that the US remains firmly committed to joint counterterrorism efforts.
Singh was also asked about a recent meeting between the Indian defense minister and US officials regarding attacks on Sikhs. She chose not to comment on this matter.
In addition to addressing the situation in Pakistan, Singh announced that US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has approved an increase in military support for the Secret Service. This additional support is intended to bolster the protection of presidential and vice-presidential candidates during the upcoming elections. While specifics about the support were not detailed, Singh indicated that Austin’s Northern Command has ordered nationwide Secret Service support to ensure the security of the candidates.
This enhanced protection will remain in effect until after the elections on November 5 and will continue through the inauguration of the new president and vice president in January 2025. This measure reflects the US government’s commitment to maintaining a secure environment for the electoral process and safeguarding its leaders.
