Islamabad, Pakistan – In a joint statement, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari have commended the Pakistan security forces for their successful operation against the Khawarij terrorists in Lakki Marwat. The operation resulted in the killing of five terrorists.
Prime Minister Sharif expressed his appreciation for the security forces’ efforts in eliminating the terrorists and stated that they are committed to eradicating all forms of terrorism from the country. He also emphasized that the entire nation stands with the Pakistan military in its war against terrorism.
President Zardari condemned the Khawarij terrorists for their attempts to destabilize the country’s peace and said that the nation is united against them. He added that the government is determined to eliminate terrorism and is working closely with its security forces to achieve this goal.
The Prime Minister’s Office announced that a telephonic conversation took place between Prime Minister Sharif and Kuwait’s Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled. Both leaders exchanged Eid greetings and wished each other a happy Eid al-Fitr.
The Islamabad High Court has taken cognizance of a citizen’s request to announce the Eid moon sighting quickly. The court has directed the Ministry of Religious Affairs to submit a report.
In other news, the Rawalpindi Anti-Terrorism Court has granted an exemption from attendance to Alima Khan, a witness in the case against Bilawal Khan. The police have filed multiple cases against Khan, including charges of murder, robbery, and land-grabbing.
The Balochistan government has accused the terrorists of exploiting Baloch women and has pledged to take action against them. The security sources have confirmed that the operation will continue until the objectives are achieved.
The Supreme Court has declared the Federal Services Tribunal’s 20th November 2023 decision null and void. The court has stated that the employees of the Contingency Board do not deserve to be called civil servants.
The Pakistan Ulema Council has welcomed the decision to hold an Islamic, Arab, and Foreign Ministers’ conference. The father of the TikTok star and social media influencer Sana Yousuf, who was murdered, recorded his statement in court.
The Islamabad High Court has directed the Ministry of Religious Affairs to submit a report on a citizen’s request to announce the Eid moon sighting quickly.
The Rangers have arrested seven suspects involved in a topi gang in the Korangi area of Karachi.
The Director General of the Intelligence Bureau, ISPR, has accused the Afghan Taliban of using drones provided by India against Pakistan. Note that Indian airlines registered in India have been restricted from flying over Pakistan for another month, and Pakistani airspace will remain closed for Indian flights until 24th April.
In other news, social media influencer Usman Khawaja announced the birth of his third daughter, Amira Maya, on Instagram.
Iran’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Ali Abdul Hai, has warned that Iran will take drastic measures in response to any attack.
Russia has expressed condolences over the death of Iran’s National Security Council Chief, Ali Larijani.
A large number of government officials, military leaders, and representatives from different segments of society attended the funeral of Ali Larijani, according to the official news agency.
