President Pays Tribute to Bannu Police Martyrs

Bannu: President Asif Ali Zardari has paid tribute to the police personnel martyred in a terrorist attack carried out by Fitna al-Khawarij on the Fateh Khel police station in Bannu. In a statement, he prayed for the eternal peace and elevation of the ranks of the martyrs and asked their families to remain steadfast during this difficult time.

According to Radio Pakistan, the President also expressed sorrow over the damage caused to the homes of local residents in the incident. He directed the provincial and Federal Governments to ensure all possible assistance for the injured and those affected by the attack.

Asif Ali Zardari said the nefarious designs of terrorist elements would be foiled and reiterated that the nation stands shoulder to shoulder with its forces. He said that at a time when Pakistan is striving for regional and global peace, terrorists backed by India are targeting Pakistan’s civilian population and law enforcement agencies from sanctuaries provided by the Taliban regime.

The President expressed confidence that Pakistan will succeed in its efforts for global peace and defeat terrorists as well as their patrons. He said Pakistan will target not only terrorists but also their facilitators and sponsors.