ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has reiterated its unwavering stance against terrorism in all its forms, emphasizing the importance of global cooperation in combating such threats.
In a statement issued on Friday, the Foreign Office underscored that this commitment, along with international collaboration, forms the foundation of Pakistan’s counter-terrorism strategy. The statement highlighted Pakistan’s longstanding role as a frontline nation in the fight against terrorism, contributing significantly to international peace efforts. Notably, Pakistan mentioned the apprehension of Sharifullah, identified as the mastermind behind the Abbey Gate attack.
Commenting on recent developments, the Foreign Office clarified that investigations into the incident in Pahalgam—located within the internationally recognized disputed region of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK)—are still underway and have yet to reach a conclusion.
The statement dismissed any links between the incident and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), a group that has been officially banned and considered defunct in Pakistan. Pakistani authorities emphasized that they have dismantled such organizations, detained their leaders, prosecuted individuals involved, and initiated deradicalization programs for members.
While acknowledging that certain designations are governed by U.S. domestic law, Pakistan criticized India for allegedly exploiting these classifications for anti-Pakistan propaganda, claiming such tactics are aimed at diverting attention from India’s own human rights abuses in IIOJK.
Pakistan, which has made significant sacrifices in the global counter-terrorism effort, called upon the international community to adopt an objective and balanced approach. It urged collective action against all terror groups, including the recognition of Majeed Brigade as an alias for the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA).
