No Policy Shift on Terrorism Stance
Foreign Office (FO) spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan reaffirmed that India remains involved in sponsoring terrorism against Pakistan, clarifying there has been no shift in policy.
Jaffar Express Attack Linked to Afghanistan
Khan stated that evidence from the Jaffar Express hijacking traced terrorist communications to Afghanistan. However, he emphasized that Pakistan has long suffered from terrorism orchestrated by external forces, including India.
Call for Afghan Action Against Terrorists
Pakistan has urged Afghanistan to prevent groups like the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) from using its territory for attacks. Khan called on Kabul to hold perpetrators accountable and assist Pakistan in bringing terror sponsors to justice.
International Condemnation of Attack
The US, Iran, and China condemned the Jaffar Express attack, expressing solidarity with Pakistan.
Dar’s Visit to Jeddah & Regional Issues
Deputy PM Ishaq Dar attended a Palestine-focused meeting in Jeddah, reinforcing Pakistan’s stance. Meanwhile, Khan condemned Israel’s aid restrictions and India’s human rights violations in Kashmir.
Security & Development Unaffected
PM Shehbaz Sharif visited Quetta to assess security. Khan stressed that terrorism aims to disrupt Pakistan’s progress, particularly the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, but vowed that development would continue.
Terrorists Eliminated
DG ISPR Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif confirmed that all terrorists involved in the Jaffar Express attack were neutralized, and hostages were safely rescued.
