‘No Timeline for Ending Operation Ghazab-ul-Haq’, Pakistan says as actions continue in Afghanistan against Militants

2026-03-02 - 18:34

ISLAMABAD – As military engagements continue unabated between Pakistan and Afghanistan, officials said Operation Ghazab-ul-Haq will continue until Afghanistan’s Taliban Regime provides verifiable assurance of compliance with Islamabad’s demand of quitting facilitation of Fitna al Khawarij and Fitna al Hindustan. A senior security official of Pakistan has said that military operations under Operation Ghazab-ul-Haq will continue until the Taliban government in Afghanistan provides verifiable assurances that it will no longer facilitate or tolerate the presence of militant groups operating against Pakistan. The official stressed that Kabul must choose between cooperation with Pakistan or the groups allegedly using Afghan soil for attacks. The statement asserted that operations in Afghanistan are aimed at dismantling sanctuaries and support networks of hardcore terrorists and will persist depending on conditions on the ground. According to the official, Afghanistan’s Taliban administration is accused of sheltering multiple militant factions, which Pakistan claims threaten regional stability. It was further alleged that elements within the Afghan leadership benefit from a war-based economy and extremist ideology. Pakistan maintains that its military actions target specific infrastructure linked to militant activity and are not random attacks. More than 180 positions were reportedly destroyed and over 30 captured because they were identified as launch pads for militants. The government insists that these operations constitute self-defense in response to terrorism. The official also claimed that misinformation and propaganda are being spread by the Taliban and allied sources, urging verification of information through credible channels. Pakistan’s information authorities, particularly the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, continue to release updates on operational progress to ensure transparency. While acknowledging concerns among Afghan communities, the statement said that operations have received positive responses from populations affected by militant violence. Pakistan reiterated that it has no interest in regime change in Afghanistan and supports the right of the Afghan people to determine their political future. The security official attributed Pakistan’s involvement in internal security to governance shortcomings and incomplete implementation of the National Action Plan, urging political parties to strengthen institutional frameworks. The military, it was stated, remains focused on security and has no political ambitions. Pakistan on Iran War On regional relations, Islamabad described its foreign policy as balanced and engagement-oriented. The country acknowledged appreciation from states including Iran, China, and Russia for its position on regional issues. However, concerns were expressed regarding actions targeting certain Arab nations, while emphasizing a desire for stable relations with all neighbors. Islamabad reaffirmed its capability to defend sovereignty and territorial integrity, citing recent counterterrorism operations as evidence of its resolve. It stressed that relations with global partners are based on mutual respect and cooperation. Strategic relations with Saudi Arabia were highlighted as long-standing and valuable. Discussions regarding participation in an International Stabilization Force remain under governmental consideration. Regarding domestic protests and stability, Pakistan acknowledged the right to peaceful demonstration but condemned violence and disorder. The official warned that any attempts to create chaos would be addressed under the law, emphasizing that a few miscreants should not tarnish the image of peaceful protesters. Pakistan also addressed tensions linked to events in Iran, reiterating its commitment to constructive dialogue and stability. The government emphasized that peaceful protest is a democratic right but that violence will not be tolerated. Operation Ghazab lil Haq: Pakistani forces kill 331 Afghan Taliban personnel, destroy over 100 posts