Naqvi strongly condemns Bannu terrorist attack

ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi strongly condemned the cowardly terrorist attack on the Bannu Cantonment and paid tribute to the security forces for foiling the assault.

In a statement, the interior minister expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families of the eight security personnel who were martyred in the attack.

He described the brave men as the pride of the nation and said their great sacrifices would always be remembered.

“The enemy is making a heinous conspiracy to destabilize Pakistan but we will end the scourge of terrorism with the strength of unity and agreement,” the interior minister said.

Naqvi praised the courage and resilience of the security forces, stating that they had foiled the terrorists’ nefarious intentions by sending 10 of them to hell.

He said the martyrs are the pride of the entire nation and the government stands with their families.

The interior minister prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured security personnel and reiterated the government’s commitment to combating terrorism and safeguarding the country’s territorial integrity.

The sacrifices of the martyrs will always be remembered and the nation salutes to the bravery and professionalism of the security forces in thwarting the conspiracy of terrorism, he expressed.

On the other hand, President of the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party and Federal Minister for Privatization, Board of Investment, and Communications, Abdul Aleem Khan paid glowing tributes to soldiers who sacrificed their lives and families for the future of Pakistan’s children.

He called these soldiers the true heroes of the nation. In a tweet about the recent security operation near Bannu, he expressed gratitude, saying that soldiers are always ready and alert to counter anti-state elements.

Aleem Khan emphasized that the security of Pakistan is their first duty. He praised the Pakistan armed forces for timely action in Bannu, noting that their excellent performance thwarted the enemy’s plans.