Leaders Condemn Terrorist Attack on Jaffar Express in Balochistan
ISLAMABAD – President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and other national leaders strongly condemned the terrorist attack on the Jaffar Express in Balochistan on Tuesday.
President Zardari Pays Tribute to Security Forces
President Asif Ali Zardari condemned the attack and paid homage to the security forces for their swift response and rescue efforts.
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- “Those who attacked innocent passengers stand against Balochistan and its values,” said the president.
- He emphasized that no religion or society permits such heinous acts.
- He prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured passengers.
PM Shehbaz Pledges Justice
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif vowed to bring the terrorists to justice and praised the high morale and professionalism of the security forces.
- “Our security forces are eliminating terrorists with their expertise,” he said.
- “Despite challenges, the officers will soon succeed in their operation against terrorists.”
- “These cowardly attackers have nothing to do with religion, Pakistan, or Balochistan,” the premier added.
- He reaffirmed that the nation stands united with the security forces in the fight against terrorism.
Provincial Leaders Condemn Attack
- Balochistan CM Sarfaraz Bugti:
- Called for swift justice for those responsible.
- Assured the security forces are conducting a search operation.
- Declared that Balochistan will not tolerate terrorism.
- Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz:
- Extended prayers for the safety of passengers.
- Praised the security forces for their efforts.
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Ali Amin Gandapur:
- Expressed best wishes for the hostages’ release.
National Leaders Unite Against Terrorism
- Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi:
- Stated that the attackers deserve no leniency.
- Former Senate Chairman Sadiq Sanjrani:
- Stressed the need to disrupt cross-border terrorist networks.
- Senate Chairman Yousuf Raza Gillani:
- Called the attack an attempt to destabilize Pakistan.
- PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari:
- Termed the terrorists as a major threat to the country.
- Prayed for the safety of the passengers.
The nation remains united against terrorism, with leaders vowing to eradicate this menace and ensure swift justice for the victims.
