Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir has reiterated the resolve to comprehensively defeat hostile terrorist nexus and eliminate activities in the illegal spectrum.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), he was interacting with the troops, who had participated in the recently conducted counter-terrorism actions in Tirah Valley and surroundings, in Orakzai District today.

Paying rich tribute to martyrs and Ghazis of the Army, and law enforcement agencies, the Army Chief said the hard-earned peace achieved with the nation's great sacrifice would be maintained at all costs. He said the sacrifice of our martyrs strengthens our resolve to fight with utmost dedication and spirit of sacrifice.

Syed Asim Munir lauded the contributions being made by the police and other law enforcement agencies in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

He said the Pakistan Army will continue to provide all-out support to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police and other law enforcement agencies in enabling them to perform their duties in newly merged districts. He emphasized the need for continued capacity building of the law enforcement agencies.

The Army Chief also appreciated the support of the local population in assisting security forces, noting that their positive role is essential in sustaining peace in the area.

In his interaction with officers and troops, he commended their high morale and readiness to give effective responses against all types of threats.

On the occasion, the Army Chief was given a comprehensive briefing on the overall security situation, ongoing intelligence-based counter-terrorism actions, and multi-prong measures being undertaken to ensure stability in the merged districts.

Earlier upon arrival, the Army Chief laid the wreath at Yadgar-e-Shuhada and was received by Corps Commander Peshawar.