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The Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) has clarified that Azm-e-Istehkam is not a military operation but an anti-terror campaign. This campaign aims to eliminate terrorism from Pakistan and ensure a safe and secure environment for its citizens. The DG ISPR emphasized that Azm-e-Istehkam is a comprehensive effort involving law enforcement agencies, intelligence agencies, and the military. The campaign focuses on dismantling terrorist networks and disrupting their support systems. The DG ISPR reassured that the campaign is being conducted with precision and care, minimizing collateral damage and ensuring the protection of innocent lives. The ultimate goal is to create a terror-free environment, allowing citizens to live without fear. The DG ISPR's statement comes as a reassurance to the nation, highlighting the commitment of the armed forces and law enforcement agencies to eradicating terrorism and ensuring national security. #AzmEistehkam #AntiTerrorCampaign #PakistanArmy #TerrorismFreePakistan #NationalSecurity #tribunetrends

The Army Antiterrorism Program protects personnel, information, critical assets and facilities in all locations and situations against terrorist and violent extremist threats. These antiterrorism and protection programs are an integrated effort to deter, detect and mitigate risk. #AlwaysReady #ISalute #IfYouSeeSomething #SaySomething

Concerns have been raised by opposition parties in KP after PM Shehbaz Sharif announced Operation Azm-i-Istehkam. Local communities fear violence and displacement, similar to previous military campaigns. The PM Office clarified that no large-scale displacement will occur, and the operation will focus on clearing out militant groups. There is a need to crush the terrorist threat without causing mass displacement. The operation is partly driven by Chinese concerns for security in Pakistan. The government must balance deterrent action against terrorist groups with minimal disruption to affected communities. The government should engage with all stakeholders, sharing sensitive information in camera if necessary. Pakistan has lost many security personnel to terrorist attacks, highlighting the need for effective action. . . . #Pakistan #Terrorism #OperationAzm-i-Istehkam #Security #KP #Government #tribunetrends

It would be extremely naieve to think that events in Middle East won’t have impacts on the streets of our European cities. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps will have many operatives dotted around Europe as well as self starting Lone Actors who feel aggrieved about Israeli successes in Gaza, Beirut and possibly Iran. European police and intelligence agencies generally need to be alert to the threats. The same should be said of businesses who operate in the fields of defence. States are not just going after government and military secrets, British & other European businesses have become a target too. “State actors have made aggressive and well-documented attempts to steal UK advantage, including through cyber attacks and penetration of supply chains.” Sir John Sawers, the chief of the Secret Intelligence Service from 2009 to 2014, warned that Sinwar’s successors may widen the scope of the terror group’s violence to include Western countries. There may be some difficult times ahead. #police #terrorism #business

Despite intensive military operations, judicial disparities and external funding sources continue to pose challenges in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. In the last six months, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan have experienced a significant surge in terrorist incidents, totaling more than 1,063. The Pakistan Army has responded with a vigorous campaign, conducting 22,714 operations aimed at combating these threats. This concerted effort has tragically resulted in the loss of 111 soldiers and officers, while 354 terrorists have been neutralized. Senior security officials revealed that the military’s operations averaged 126 per day, underscoring the intensity of the response. Despite these efforts, terrorism persists, fueled by substantial financial support for extremist groups. A critical challenge lies in the disparity of judicial resources. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has only 13 anti-terrorism courts, while Balochistan has 9, compared to 23 in Punjab and 32 in Sindh. This imbalance is particularly glaring given that the majority of terrorist incidents occur in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. A senior military officer highlighted the judicial backlog, with only 217 terrorists convicted so far and 605 cases pending nationwide. The Counter-Terrorism Department in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa operates with limited resources, comprising 536 staff members lacking adequate funding and modern equipment. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/dFG-YqCy #KPK #PakistanArmy #militaryoperation #counterterrorism

"Military Operations: Profit or National Integrity?" What the media tells us is that this new Operation is a counter-insurgency mission aimed at combating the surge in terrorism. But with the army's reputation already in troubled waters, one must ask: Is this operation another profit stream for the military, or a genuine effort to uphold the nation’s integrity? 1 Minute READ: Launched in June 2024, Operation Azm-e-Istehkam (Resolve for Stability) is Pakistan's latest counter-insurgency mission aimed at curbing terrorism, especially from the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). This operation follows a critical review of past counterterrorism efforts, including the National Action Plan. Key Objectives: 1) Reduce Terrorist Attacks: Improve national security. 2) Neutralize Militants: Focus on TTP and other extremist groups. 3) Address Extremism: Promote socio-economic development to combat radicalization. 4) Strengthen Legal Framework: Enhance terrorism prosecution. Participants: 1) Military Forces: Lead the security operations. 2) Civil Government: Oversee strategy and socio-economic initiatives. 3) Law Enforcement: Crucial for intelligence and operations. Financial Aspects: 1) Funding Sources: Likely from the national budget, potential international aid, and domestic resources. 2) Expenditure Areas: Military operations, socio-economic projects, and law enforcement upgrades. Challenges Ahead: 1) Funding Constraints: Economic limitations may impact resources. 2) Cross-border Issues: Militants' sanctuaries in Afghanistan could pose challenges. 3) Sustainability: Effective socio-economic implementation is key. With the army's reputation in question due to past financial controversies, critical concerns remain: Will Operation Azm-e-Istehkam genuinely tackle terrorism and enhance national security, or will it serve as another profit stream for the military? The operation’s success will depend on transparent financial management and a genuine commitment to resolving security challenges. Discover Why Operation Azm-e-Istehkam Matters for Pakistan’s Future.

Antiterrorism Awareness Month recognizes the risk associated with terrorist threats and provides education for Soldiers, Army Civilians, family members, and retired Soldiers to increase their antiterrorism awareness and vigilance. If you see something, say something. Being aware of and reporting concerning behavior can help identify and prevent threats to national security and local communities. #alwaysready #SeeSomethingSaySomething #AntiterrorismAwarenessMonth

In a successful operation, security forces neutralized two terrorists who were attempting to enter Punjab from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK). The terrorists were killed in an exchange of fire with security personnel at a checkpoint. According to reports, the terrorists were traveling in a vehicle and tried to bypass the security checkpoint. However, they were intercepted by the alert security forces, who engaged them in a firefight. Both terrorists were killed in the ensuing exchange of fire. The security forces recovered weapons and ammunition from the terrorists' vehicle, including AK-47 rifles, pistols, and hand grenades. The identities of the terrorists have not been disclosed, but investigations are underway to determine their affiliations and motives. The successful operation is a testament to the vigilance and bravery of Pakistan's security forces, who continue to work tirelessly to protect the country from terrorist threats. The incident also highlights the ongoing efforts to prevent the movement of terrorists across provincial borders. . . . #Terrorism #PakistanSecurity #KPK #Punjab #CounterTerrorism #SecurityForces #TerroristNeutralized #PakistanFightsTerrorism #NationalSecurity #LawAndOrder #PakistanArmy #IntelligenceLedOperation #tribunetrends

The Pashtun National jirga held on 11 October 2024, in district khyber addressing long-standing grivances of the Pashtun people, particularly concering the atrocaties committed by the pakistani military during the counter-terrorism operations. The jirga has ended with the following agendas. 1. The Military and terrorist organization clear the area with in two months, 2. To electricity will be free for all districts and rhe remaining areas will pay Rs 5 PER unit. 3. To resolved the issues of Durand line with in the law of the states. 4. The will give the compansation of the damages house, markets and mosques to the peoples of FATA. But here is araise some of the Question, How the TTP will agree with the Jirga agenda, and what is the main agenda of TTP? Who the militaries of Pakistan will be go back, and are the is not consider itself as the region of Pakistan, if they recognized that FATA is the Region of Pakistan, then why the said to the military to go back and cleared the area?

As many as 12 security personnel embraced martyrdom in a suicide attack on a check post in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, as per ISPR news release. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), militants attacked a security check post in Mali Khel, Bannu, leading to a fierce exchange of fire in which six militants were killed. The attackers used a vehicle loaded with explosives, ramming it into a building wall, causing a devastating suicide blast. The explosion martyred 12 personnel, including 10 security forces personnel and 2 from the Frontier Corps (FC), while also damaging the infrastructure of the check post. ISPR stated that a clearance operation is underway in the area to eliminate any remaining threats, including potential foreign militants. Security forces and law enforcement agencies of Pakistan are determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of our brave men further strengthen our resolve. #BannuAttack #PakistaniMartyrs #SecurityForces #TerrorismInPakistan #PakArmy #RIPBraveSouls #KhyberPakhtunkhwa #PakistanSecurity #NationalHeroes #FC #SacrificeForNation #AntiTerrorism #PakistanResilience #ISPR #PakistaniHeroes #WeWillNotForget #StandWithPakistan #EndTerrorism #DefendersOfTheNation #PakistaniArmy #BraveryAndSacrifice #ClearanceOperation #PakistaniLawEnforcement