Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have appreciated the effective actions of security forces against terrorists in Balochistan.
In their separate statements, they paid tribute to the security personnel and innocent civilians who laid down their lives during the operations. They praised the professionalism of Armed Forces and law enforcement agencies for successfully thwarting the Fitna Al Hindustan's attacks at various locations.
The President reaffirmed the commitment that there will be no compromise on the peace of Balochistan, safety of people and national unity.
President Asif Ali Zardari said the state will continue its operations with full force and unity against hostile elements and their facilitators operating under foreign patronage.
The Prime Minister said the entire nation is proud of its martyrs. They said the officers and personnel of security forces are engaged in protecting the homeland without caring for their lives.
The Prime Minister said the entire nation stands shoulder to shoulder with the armed forces in their unwavering commitment to wipe out the menace of terrorism.
While condemning the deadly attacks, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi paid tribute to the security forces and LEAs for foiling the attacks. "I salute the brave sons who thwarted the evil intentions of the terrorists," he said.
Paying homage to the 10 martyrs who sacrificed their lives while foiling the attacks, the security czar said that the nation is proud of its brave sons, and the soldiers who sacrificed their lives are its heroes. "The great sacrifices of the martyrs will always be remembered," he added.
Meanwhile, Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Ahmed Khan Bugti that the attacks have been foiled via a joint effort by the police and FC and said: "These attacks cannot end our resolve against terrorism".
The provincial chief executive also visited a blast site in Quetta and reviewed the security situation, and also met the paramilitary forces and police personnel.
CM Bugti was also briefed on the security situation by Inspector General Police (IGP) Muhammad Tahir.
"Anti-state elements will not be forgiven under any circumstances. There will be no compromise on peace in Balochistan," the CM stressed while commending the police and the counter-terrorism department (CTD) for effective and timely action against the terrorists.
Speaking to a private TV channel, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar Advocate said that the attacks were FAH's "desperate move". "The security forces were alert at all locations and not taken by surprise [.] and this is why such a large-scale attack was repelled," he added.
Lamenting the martyrdoms of Baloch labour families at the hands of the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) terrorists, the federal minister said that the terrorists are being pursued, coupled with aerial monitoring. "The PM is fully aware of the situation and is in continuous contact [with relevant authorities]," he added.