ISLAMABAD: The National Security Committee, in its meeting on Friday, reviewed the
tense security situation amid Pakistan’s standoff with Iran and reaffirmed its commitment to
the country’s security and sovereignty at all costs.
Pakistan launched airstrikes on terrorist hideouts inside Iran on Thursday, in a retaliatory
attack two days after Tehran violated the country’s sovereignty by firing a missile at
Balochistan, resulting in the tragic death of two children and injuries to three girls.
Chaired by caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar, the NSC meeting was attended by
Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani, Army Chief General Asim Munir, Navy Chief Admiral
Naveed Ashraf, Pakistan Air Force chief Zaheer Ahmad Babar, and the heads of intelligence
agencies.
According to details, the committee received a briefing on the Pak-Iran tensions from the
officials of the Foreign Ministry. It was also briefed on the retaliatory strikes by the defence
institutions.
During the meeting, PM Kakar stated that Pakistan’s response was effective and aimed at
achieving objectives. He emphasised that Pakistan was a peaceful country and desired to live
in harmony with all its neighbours.
The committee appreciated the armed forces for their effective actions in response to Iranian
aggression.
According to sources, the meeting reached an agreement to continue intelligence-based
operations to eradicate terrorism.
Sources said that Foreign Minister Jilani briefed the committee on diplomatic aspects, and
senior military officials provided a detailed briefing on the Pak-Iran border situation during
the meeting.