'Everything that is necessary will be done': DG ISPR asserts right to self-defence against terrorism from Afghanistan
Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said on Thursday that Pakistan had the right to self-defence and “everything that is necessary will be done” in response to terrorism emanating from Afghanistan . His assertion came during a press briefing that was mainly focused on rebutting Indian media reports that an individual wanted in connection with the…
Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, Director General of Pakistan's Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), declared on Thursday that Pakistan possesses the right to self-defence and will undertake "everything that is necessary" in response to terrorism originating from Afghanistan. This assertion emerged during a press conference primarily dedicated to dispelling Indian media claims regarding the April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack, in which a suspect linked to the incident was reportedly eliminated during an "encounter" in occupied Kashmir.
When questioned about terrorism and assaults originating from Afghanistan, the military spokesperson reinforced Pakistan's stance, stating: "Our policy is crystal clear that there will be no concessions made on the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and any threat to the security and stability of Pakistan." The spokesperson emphasized that "Pakistan has a right to self-defence, and come what may, everything that is necessary will be done."
The spokesperson expressed hope that this position would provide clarity into the viewpoint of the armed forces regarding such matters.
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