Military to continue anti-terror campaign vigorously, hit India-backed terrorists 'hard', vows CDF Munir

Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir has resolved that the Pakistan Army will hit India-backed terrorists “hard” as he visited Corps Headquarters, Peshawar, the military’s media wing said on Friday.

The CDF was briefed on the prevailing security situation, ongoing counter-terrorism operations, border management measures and operational preparedness of formations deployed in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, said the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

“Field Marshal [Asim Munir] commended the high morale and professionalism of officers and troops, directing them to continue vigilance and highest standards of operational readiness to effectively counter threats,” it added.

CDF Munir, the ISPR said, underscored that the military will continue the campaign against India-sponsored terrorist outfits "to the fullest and hit them hard wherever they are”.

“While paying tributes to the sacrifices of the people of Pakistan, including Shuhada and Ghazis of the security forces, the COAS & CDF affirmed that with the support of the people, Pakistan will surely inflict total defeat on the terrorists and their perverted ideology,” the statement added.

This is a developing story and is being updated with further details.