Pakistan on Thursday rejected allegations in a recent Amnesty International report. The government said the claims lacked credible evidence and ignored terrorism originating from Afghan territory.
During a weekly media briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi defended Pakistan’s position. He said the country’s military actions were conducted under its right to self-defence.
Moreover, he stated that Pakistan’s operations complied with international law. According to him, security forces targeted only terrorist hideouts and logistical networks.
Pakistan Urges Focus on Terrorist Sanctuaries in Afghanistan
Andrabi said groups including Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan and the Balochistan Liberation Army operate from Afghanistan. He added that these organisations continue launching cross-border attacks against Pakistan.
Furthermore, he said thousands of Pakistanis have lost their lives in terrorism linked to Afghan soil. Therefore, Pakistan’s security operations focus on eliminating militant threats.
The spokesperson urged Amnesty International to examine the Afghan Taliban’s alleged support for terrorist groups. He also called for accountability under United Nations Security Council resolutions and the Doha Agreement.
Later, Andrabi described Pakistan’s sovereignty and security as a red line. He warned that any attack on Pakistani interests would receive an appropriate response.
Pakistan Highlights Regional Diplomacy and International Engagement
The spokesperson reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Meanwhile, he expressed concern over efforts to expand the Middle East conflict.
He said Pakistan continues promoting dialogue and diplomacy to reduce regional tensions. In this context, he highlighted Iranian Foreign Minister Iskandar Momeni’s recent visit to Islamabad.
Additionally, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar held meetings with counterparts from Kuwait, Egypt, Oman, and Russia. Discussions focused on regional stability, maritime security, and bilateral cooperation.
Andrabi also welcomed progress in relations with Canada following Foreign Minister Anita Anand’s visit. Furthermore, he noted a new agreement supporting agricultural trade between both countries.
Regarding the European Union’s GSP Plus monitoring report, he welcomed recognition of Pakistan’s legislative progress. However, he said the report failed to fully reflect Pakistan’s achievements since 2014.
