Field Marshal Munir reaffirms resolve to eliminate terrorism, restore peace in Balochistan amid recent string of attacks

Says country remains committed to dismantling terrorist infrastructure wherever it poses a threat

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Web Desk July 23, 2026 1 min read

Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir poses for a group photograph with participants of the 20th National Workshop Balochistan at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi on Thursday. Photo: ISPR

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Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir reiterated Pakistan's resolve to dismantle terrorist infrastructure on Thursday, saying consistent efforts by security forces and law enforcement agencies, backed by the steadfast support of the people, would bring lasting peace to Balochistan amid a recent string of attacks in the restive province.

According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the field marshal made the remarks while interacting with participants of the 20th National Workshop Balochistan at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi.

Addressing the participants, Field Marshal Munir said the consistent efforts of security forces and law enforcement agencies, supported by the people, would ensure lasting peace in Balochistan.

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“Targeted operations against Fitna al Khawarij and Fitna al Hindustan will continue with full resolve until the menace of terrorism and its abettors are eliminated from Pakistan,” he said, reaffirming the country's resolve to dismantle terrorist infrastructure wherever it poses a threat to Pakistan and its people.

Fitna al-Khawarij is the term the state uses for terrorists belonging to the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), while Fitna al-Hindustan refers to terrorist groups operating in Balochistan.

The army chief said foreign-sponsored proxies had persistently sought to fuel violence, undermine stability and disrupt peace in Balochistan.

"Their nefarious designs, however, will be defeated through firm and decisive response of the armed forces, supported by the resilience and unity of the people of Pakistan," he said.

During the interaction, Field Marshal Munir described Balochistan as the pride of Pakistan, saying the province was endowed with immense natural wealth and blessed with vibrant, resilient and patriotic people who constituted its greatest strength.

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He highlighted the ongoing development initiatives of the federal and provincial governments, saying they were aimed at transforming Balochistan's socio-economic landscape through an inclusive and people-centric approach.

The chief of defence forces also lauded the constructive role of civil society, academia, the media and youth in strengthening national integration and contributing to Balochistan's long-term peace and prosperity.

He further stressed the need for national unity and perseverance to shape the country's future trajectory.

The session concluded with a candid and wide-ranging interaction, during which participants reaffirmed their shared commitment to Pakistan's stability, progress and sovereignty.