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Business Recorder
an hour ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Pakistan calls for strengthening existing dialogue frameworks
Pakistan has called for strengthening the existing dialogue frameworks at bilateral, regional, and global levels to make them active and effective, Radio Pakistan reported on Sunday. The call was made by Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza while presenting Pakistan's principled stance at the 22nd Shangri-La Security Dialogue 2025 held in Singapore. Emphasizing that prevention of conflict is better than post-crisis efforts, the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee said Pakistan wants a global system based on sovereignty and restraint. Balochistan: Terror groups branded as 'Fitna al Hindustan' He said negotiations are indispensable for the security of South Asia. Pointing to recent Indo-Pak tensions, he said India's use of water as a weapon of war is a clear violation of international law. General Sahir Shamshad Mirza stated the Pakistan National Security Committee's categorical position that any attempt to block or divert Pakistan's waters would be considered an act of war. Terming the Kashmir disputes as the root cause of tension between Pakistan and India, the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee said resolution of the dispute per the UN resolutions is inevitable for peace in South Asia. He said Pakistan is desirous of lasting peace with India, based on dignity, equality, and mutual respect. General Sahir Shamshad Mirza said Pakistan has been consistently demanding the restoration of a formal dialogue system from India and the international community. He said the situation since the Pahalgam incident is endangering the development of the region. General Sahir Shamshad Mirza said the lack of an effective crisis management system prevents world powers from intervening timely. He said durable crisis management requia res foundation of mutual restraint, recognition of red lines, and equilibrium.
Express Tribune
8 hours ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
'India intensifying proxy terrorism'
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and other military commanders stand up in respect of the national anthem. photo: nni Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday accused India of stepping up a proxy terrorism campaign inside Pakistan following its defeat in Marka-e-Haq, vowing that what he called Fitna al Hindustan would be defeated by the Pakistani nation. During his address to the faculty and graduating officers at the Command and Staff College Quetta, the prime minister accused India of resorting to indirect aggression after suffering setbacks in recent engagements. He was referring to India's use of force, which was met with a precise military response under Operation Bunyanum Marsoos, targeting Indian air assets, ammunition depots, and missile bases along and beyond the Line of Control. This operation was part of the broader Marka-e-Haq campaign, conducted from May 7 to May 10. He reaffirmed that Pakistan's armed forces, backed by the full support of the nation, are prepared to meet every challenge to the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity. "The Pakistani nation is united. With our faith, determination, and strength, we will defeat every conspiracy hatched by India and its proxies," the Prime Minister said. PM Shehbaz lauded the performance of the armed forces during Bunyanum Marsoos, calling their conduct exemplary and a source of national pride. He praised the military's professionalism, bravery, and sacrifices, stating that their dedication had earned the highest respect of the nation. The prime minister reiterated the government's full support to the armed forces in fulfilling their constitutional responsibilities and defending Pakistan against all threats.
Business Recorder
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Balochistan: Terror groups branded as ‘Fitna al Hindustan'
ISLAMABAD: The government of Pakistan has officially designated all terrorist groups and organizations operating in Balochistan as 'Fitna al Hindustan,' according to a notification issued by the Ministry of Interior and Narcotics Control. The directive, outlined in document No. 13/74/2025-NAP, states that this renaming reflects the involvement of these groups in terrorism at the behest of India (referred to as Hindustan in the notification). The Ministry cited their actions as detrimental to Pakistan's sovereignty, Islamic values, and traditional norms. India has intensified 'terrorism campaign' inside Pakistan through proxies, says PM Shehbaz 'The change aims to reflect the true nature and ideology of these terrorist groups and the nefarious designs of India (Hindustan) against the people of Pakistan,' the notification read. The directive instructs all government entities to immediately adopt this terminology in official correspondence and documents. The notification has been circulated to all ministries, divisions, and provincial chief secretaries, with a copy also sent to the Advisor to the Prime Minister. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
14 hours ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Govt declares Baloch terror groups, organizations as ‘Fitna al Hindustan'
The federal government on Saturday ordered all state institutions to refer to militant groups operating in its restive Balochistan province as 'Fitna al Hindustan', accusing India of sponsoring a proxy war through these insurgents. According to a notification issued by the Ministry of Interior on Saturday, the move stems from 'the involvement of some organizations and groups in terrorist activities in Balochistan, which are detrimental to Islamic faith, the sovereignty of Pakistan, and its customary traditions.' The notification further stated that the new designation is intended to reflect 'the true nature and ideology' of these groups and their 'nefarious designs' allegedly sponsored by India. Read more: Pakistan labels TTP as 'Fitna al-Khawarij' to expose its true ideology 'All government entities are directed to start the above practice immediately,' the notification said, underscoring a concerted effort to reframe the narrative around insurgent violence in the province. The announcement came as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif accused India of escalating indirect aggression after what he described as its defeat in a recent security operation dubbed 'Marka-e-Haq'. Accuding India of intensifying a proxy terrorism campaign in Pakistan, particularly in Balochistan, he said, 'India, after suffering strategic setbacks, has resorted to indirect aggression'. 'But Pakistan will thwart all such nefarious designs and stand resolute against Fitna al Hindustan and its proxies.' A day earlier, Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir had also addressed the ongoing unrest in Balochistan, stating that insurgent groups there were not indigenous but rather acting on behalf of foreign interests. 'These terrorists are not Baloch. They are agents of disruption sponsored by India,' the army chief said, reiterating the armed forces' stance that separatist violence in the province is externally instigated. Also read: Won't accept India's hegemony: COAS The government's decision to adopt a new label for Balochistan-based insurgents mirrors a similar move last year, when the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) was officially designated 'Fitna al-Khawarij'. At that time, the Ministry of Interior said the term 'Khariji' was chosen to expose what it described as the TTP's misrepresentation of Islam.
Express Tribune
a day ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Govt official martyred in Surab terror siege
During the attack, Additional Deputy Commissioner (Revenue) Hidayat Baloch Buledi stood his ground to protect others, ultimately sacrificing his life in the line of duty. PHOTO: Listen to article A senior district administration official was martyred after heavily armed terrorists, belonging to Fitna al Hindustan, launched a coordinated attack on a bank and the residences of government officers in Surab, Balochistan, officials said on Friday. Shahid Rind, a spokesperson for the provincial government, and Hamza Shafqaat, the commissioner of Quetta, confirmed that Hidayatullah Buledi, the additional deputy commissioner (ADC) of Surab district, was martyred while fighting the terrorists. Officials and witnesses stated that 20 to 30 terrorists of Fitna al Hindustan entered the market of Surab city on motorcycles in the evening and targeted soft civilian areas such as banks and markets. Ordinary Baloch women and children were also attacked in the market, they added. "Heavily armed militants launched a coordinated assault on a bank and the residences of senior government officers in Surab Bazaar," spokesperson Rind said in a statement. "The attackers looted the bank and set fire to several official residences," he added. During the attack, Rind said, ADC Revenue Hidayatullah Baloch Buledi was martyred while resisting the terrorists. He said that women and children were present in the ADC's residence at the time of the assault. However, despite the presence of his family members, Buledi stood firm against the attackers. He paid rich tribute to Buledi, saying that the ADC fought valiantly to protect Baloch children and women from the terrorists and ultimately laid down his life in the line of duty. "He has set a new example of bravery by sacrificing his life for the nation," Rind said. "Deputy Commissioner Surab compound was attacked. Unfortunately, Additional Deputy Commissioner Mr Hidayat Buledi embraced martyrdom. The attack was carried out by Fitna al Hindustan. Mr Buledi was a LUMS alumnus. Levies and other law enforcement agencies valiantly fought them back," Shafqaat tweeted. According to Rind, the attack was not a random act of violence but part of a calculated attempt to destabilise the province. "This operation was carried out by Indian-backed proxies. It is a clear effort to challenge the state's authority and spread fear," he asserted. "By targeting Baloch areas and Baloch women and children, Fitna al Hindustan has once again proven that these Indian-sponsored terrorists have no connection with Balochistan and Baloch traditions," the spokesperson stated. "Indian proxies have taken action on their orders." Security forces, including the Frontier Corps (FC), police and Levies, promptly reached the spot and launched a joint clearance operation. "Search and clearance operations are ongoing, and the enemies of peace will be brought to justice," the spokesperson said. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned the cowardly attack on innocent citizens, officers of the administration, and a bank by terrorists in Surab. He paid tribute to ADC Hidayatullah Buledi for embracing martyrdom while defending his area from terrorists. The prime minister expressed sympathy with the bereaved family members of the martyr. "ADC Hidayatullah Buledi set an example of bravery while fighting against the terrorists. The sympathies of the whole nation are with the family of the martyred," he said in a statement. Shehbaz said that terrorists had targeted innocent and unarmed citizens, including children and women. "The attack by cowardly terrorists on the citizens and their properties is openly and evidently reflective of their animosity towards the people and the progress of Balochistan," he said. "The war against terrorists will continue until their complete elimination from the country. The armed forces of Pakistan are working day and night to exterminate the proxies who are spreading terrorism in Pakistan under the patronage of India," the prime minister stated. "The whole nation stands shoulder to shoulder with the armed forces in completely wiping out the elements involved in terrorism with the abetment of India." He directed that the persons involved in the incident be identified and given exemplary punishment. (WITH INPUT FROM APP)
