President, PM Laud Security Forces for Successful Operation in North Waziristan

Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have appreciated security forces for their successful operation against Fitna al Khwarij in the Pak-Afghan border area of North Waziristan. In a statement, the President said the role of the security forces in defending the country and protecting its borders is commendable.

According to Radio Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari urged the Afghan interim government to prevent its territory from being used against Pakistan for terrorism. In his statement, the Prime Minister affirmed that the fight against the menace of terrorism will continue until it is completely eradicated from the country. He emphasized that the entire nation stands shoulder to shoulder with the Armed Forces in the unwavering resolve to combat terrorism.