Following a deadly attack on a police convoy in Swat, Pakistan’s leaders condemned the violence and expressed their condolences. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif promised full medical assistance to the injured. He praised the police force for their sacrifices in the fight against terrorism. Sharif stressed that such cowardly acts would not shake the nation’s resolve to eliminate terrorism.
Similarly, President Asif Ali Zardari paid tribute to the fallen officers and extended his sympathies to the grieving families. He called terrorists enemies of the country, the nation, and humanity. Zardari vowed to intensify efforts to root out terrorism from Pakistan.
Meanwhile, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Governor Faisal Karim Kundi strongly criticized the PTI-led provincial government for its failure to control terrorism. He expressed regret over the attack and accused the government of encouraging terrorists through inaction. Kundi called the assault a conspiracy by forces against Islam and Pakistan.
Recently, Pakistan has seen a sharp rise in terrorist attacks, particularly in KP and Balochistan. These assaults target security forces, law enforcement agencies, and checkpoints. The situation worsened after the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ended a ceasefire with the government in 2022. Since then, attacks have surged.
Last month, militants attacked the Banr police station in Swat. The assault left one policeman dead and two others wounded. In response, residents of Swat and Lower Dir took to the streets on August 17. They demanded the arrest of those responsible for the violence.
Zero Tolerance for Terrorists
On August 21, the Swat Qaumi Jirga held a meeting. They declared that Swat and the entire Malakand division would not tolerate the presence of terrorists. The Jirga warned that if the government failed, the people would take matters into their own hands to protect their lives, property, and honor.
The Jirga also passed a resolution. It called for the government to compensate the families of the martyred policemen and support those injured in the line of duty. The rising attacks have put pressure on the government to take swift action and restore peace.
The public’s frustration is mounting, and they are demanding immediate steps to curb the violence. The government must now act decisively to prevent further loss of life and ensure the safety of the people and the security forces.
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