Army chief and Chief of Defence Forces praises troops’ professionalism, stresses operational readiness and vows to continue counterterrorism operations

BRUSSELS/RAWALPINDI, (Unib Rashid) – Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces (COAS and CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir visited Corps Headquarters in Peshawar on Friday, where he received a detailed briefing on the prevailing security situation, ongoing counterterrorism operations, border management measures and the operational preparedness of formations deployed in the province.

According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the army chief commended the high morale and professionalism of officers and troops serving in the region. He directed them to maintain vigilance and uphold the highest standards of operational readiness to effectively counter security threats.

Field Marshal Munir reaffirmed the military’s resolve to continue operations against what he described as Indian-sponsored terrorist outfits, stating that they would be pursued forcefully wherever they operated.

Paying tribute to the sacrifices of the people of Pakistan, particularly the martyrs (Shuhada) and veterans (Ghazis) of the security forces, the COAS and CDF said the country would defeat terrorism and the ideology underpinning it with the continued support of the nation.

He expressed confidence that the combined resolve of the people and security forces would ensure the defeat of terrorist groups and their extremist ideology.

Upon his arrival at Corps Headquarters, Field Marshal Munir was received by the Commander Peshawar Corps.

The visit comes amid continued security challenges in the province, with counterterrorism operations, border security and operational preparedness remaining key priorities for the security forces.