Army Warns of Decisive Action Against Any Repeat of May 9 Unrest
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- Military leadership warns any repeat of May 9-like unrest will be met with 'decisive force'.
- Forum holds Taliban leadership responsible for terrorism from Afghanistan facilitated on behalf of India.
- Conference welcomes Makkah Joint Defence Pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey.
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Following the arrest of former prime minister Imran Khan on May 9, 2023, widespread violent protests occurred, including attacks on military installations. Since then, the military leadership has consistently warned that any recurrence of such events will be dealt with firmly. In its latest conference, the army also reviewed the security situation, including counter-terrorism operations and threats emanating from Afghanistan.
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During the 277th Corps Commanders’ Conference, the military's top brass warned that any attempt to create a 'May 9-like situation' will be met with 'decisive force and rule of law, without hesitation and discrimination'.
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The forum also welcomed the Makkah Joint Defence Pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, terming it a significant step in promoting long-standing strategic relations and joint defence cooperation. The commanders condemned Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia, reaffirming Pakistan's solidarity with the Kingdom and its commitment to the sanctity of the Two Holy Mosques. Additionally, the conference reiterated the call for the Kashmir issue to be resolved in accordance with United Nations Security Council resolutions and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.
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Army's top brass warns of 'decisive force' against any 'May 9-like situation'
The army’s top brass on Friday warned that any attempt at creating agitation or a “May 9-like situation” would be dealt with “decisive force”, according to the military’s media wing. The warning came during the 277th Corps Commanders’ Conference in R
پُرتشدد انتشار، 9 مئی جیسے حالات پیدا کرنے کی کوشش کیساتھ بلاامتیاز نمٹا جائیگا: کور کمانڈرز کانفرنس
راولپنڈی: پاک فوج کے شعبہ تعلقات عامہ (آئی ایس پی آر) کے مطابق فیلڈ مارشل سید عاصم منیر، نشان امتیاز (ملٹری)، ہلالِ جُرات، چیف آف آرمی سٹاف و چیف آف ڈیفنس فورسز کی زیر صدارت 277 ویں کور کمانڈرز کانفرنس ہوئی۔
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