ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has said that India’s attempt to disturb peace in Azad Jammu and Kashmir has failed.
Speaking to journalists at the Parliament House, he alleged that certain elements operating in Kashmir are acting on India’s instructions and are ignoring the sacrifices made in Azad Kashmir.
He said the people of Indian-occupied Kashmir continue to face oppression, and its leadership has spent years in prisons. He added that there is a long history of sacrifices by Kashmiris on the other side of the Line of Control.
Khawaja Asif also referred to a recent incident in Bannu, where two explosions killed seven people and injured three others. He expressed grief over the loss of innocent lives.
He said that any group whose links lead back to India must be dealt with decisively, adding that Pakistan must fight a final and united battle against terrorism.
The defence minister claimed that terrorism in Pakistan is being supported by India and Afghanistan. He alleged that Afghanistan, in collaboration with India, is promoting militancy inside Pakistan following its defeat last year.
He stressed the need for a decisive campaign to eliminate terrorism completely, saying peace must be restored across all provinces of Pakistan.
