The spokesperson for the Pakistani military responded on Monday to criticisms of Operation “Anti-militancy or Determined Resolve,” stating that political mafias are attempting to create controversy surrounding the operation.
Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry clarified that Operation Determined Resolve is not a military operation but a comprehensive set of “anti-terrorist” measures.
In a press conference in Rawalpindi, the spokesperson highlighted the recent surge in propaganda and false news against the Pakistani military.
Chaudhry accused political mafias of trying to undermine support for Operation Determined Resolve but did not specify any particular group or party.
Some political parties in Pakistan, particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, have protested against Operation Determined Resolve, claiming it harms the local population.
The operation was launched amid increasing attacks by Pakistani militants on security forces and Chinese workers in the country.
Critics have suggested that the operation is a response to China’s dissatisfaction with the security of its workers and projects in Pakistan.
Chaudhry also addressed the issue of passport requirements for traveling to Afghanistan, noting that among the six countries sharing a border with Afghanistan, only entry into Pakistan did not require a passport.
He mentioned that objections arose when the Pakistani government emphasized the need for a passport to travel to Afghanistan.
Meanwhile, despite the controversies and criticisms, the Pakistani military maintains that Operation Determined Resolve is essential for counter-terrorism and ensuring national security. The government’s emphasis on passport requirements also reflects its commitment to controlling border security and international travel regulations.
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