State Minister for Interior Talal Chaudhry has said that Pakistan’s ongoing Operation Ghazab lil-Haq against terrorism has been temporarily halted due to Eid ul Fitr but has not ended, urging the Taliban to fulfil commitments made under the Doha Agreement.
Speaking to reporters, he said Pakistan must prioritise its own security interests, adding that terrorist activities inside the country were being carried out from across the neighbouring state.
He maintained that the pause in the operation was linked to Eid and remained temporary, warning that action would continue as necessary.
Separately, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said terrorism had not been completely eliminated, and the war against it would continue, while urging the nation to remember the sacrifices of martyrs on Eid.
He said Pakistan was gaining ground in the fight against terrorism due to the sacrifices of security forces, adding that a ceasefire with the Afghan side was in place during Eid despite ongoing concerns over support for militant elements.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah said Pakistan neither sought to impose war nor intended to occupy any part of Afghanistan.
He said Pakistan’s sole demand was that Afghan soil must not be used for terrorism against it, adding that there would be no dispute if such assurances were provided.
Sanaullah said the operation was aimed at eliminating militant hideouts and safe havens used against Pakistan, warning that any re-emergence of such bases would be closely monitored and responded to accordingly.
