Chief of Army Staff, Chief of Defence Forces and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir visited South Waziristan on Tuesday to review operational preparedness along Pakistan’s western frontier, as cross-border tensions and counterterror operations continue under Operation Ghazab Lil Haqq.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations, ISPR, the army chief travelled to Wana to assess the prevailing security environment and ongoing intelligence-based operations in the region. He was briefed in detail on border management measures, operational readiness and recent developments along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.
During the visit, Field Marshal Munir laid a floral wreath at the martyrs’ memorial and offered prayers, paying tribute to security personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty. He described their sacrifices as the foundation of Pakistan’s security and stability.
The army chief also interacted with officers and troops deployed at forward positions, commending their professionalism, morale and operational vigilance amid ongoing engagements.
In a clear policy articulation, Field Marshal Munir stated that the use of Afghan territory for terrorist activities against Pakistan was “unacceptable,” stressing that cross-border threats would be addressed with all necessary measures. He reiterated that sustainable peace between the two sides could only be achieved if Afghan authorities ceased support for militant groups targeting Pakistan.
Security officials briefed him on progress under Operation Ghazab Lil Haqq, including efforts aimed at dismantling infiltration networks and enhancing surveillance across sensitive border corridors.
The visit comes at a time of heightened focus on western border security, with Pakistan intensifying intelligence-led operations against militant factions operating in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Upon arrival in Wana, the army chief was received by the Corps Commander Peshawar.
The high-profile visit underscores Islamabad’s continued emphasis on deterrence, border control and coordinated counterterrorism operations as central pillars of its western security strategy.
