By Manal Abdel Fattah
Pakistan announced that it had carried out a series of highly coordinated and precise military strikes against terrorist hideouts in the Iranian province of Sistan or Baluchestan, where a number of terrorists were killed during the intelligence operation dubbed “Marg Bar Sarmachar.”
The office of the Pakistani Foreign Ministry spokesman said, in a statement issued by it, a copy of which was obtained by Al-Fajr, that over the past several years, and in our dealings with Iran, Pakistan has consistently shared its serious concerns about the safe havens and refuges enjoyed by terrorists of Pakistani origin who are called They call themselves Sarmachars in ungoverned areas inside Iran, and Pakistan has also shared multiple files containing concrete evidence of the presence and activities of these terrorists.
He stressed that, however, due to the lack of action on our serious concerns, these so-called “Sarmachars” continued to shed the blood of innocent Pakistanis with impunity, and continued: The action was taken this morning in light of credible intelligence information about large-scale imminent terrorist activities by They are called Sarmachar.
He said that this action is evidence of Pakistan’s firm determination to protect and defend its national security against all threats, continuing: The successful implementation of this very complex operation is also a testament to the professionalism of the Pakistani Armed Forces.
He stressed that Pakistan will continue to take all necessary steps to preserve the safety and security of its people, which are considered sacred and inviolable.
He stressed that Pakistan fully respects the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the only goal today was to strive to achieve Pakistan’s security and national interest, which is of utmost importance and cannot be compromised.
He explained that, as a responsible member of the international community, Pakistan adheres to the principles and purposes of the United Nations Charter, including the territorial integrity and sovereignty of member states. Guided by these principles, and in the exercise of our legitimate rights under international law, Pakistan will never allow its sovereignty and territorial integrity to be compromised, under any pretext or circumstance.
He added that Iran is a brotherly country, and the people of Pakistan have great respect and affection for the Iranian people. We have always emphasized dialogue and cooperation in facing common challenges, including the threat of terrorism, and we will continue to seek common solutions.
