Islamabad: The Foreign Office has said that the Attack on police post in Bannu was planned by terrorists based in Afghanistan. Authorities confirmed that the Attack on police post in Bannu is linked to cross-border militant activity and foreign-based networks.
Officials stated that the Attack on police post in Bannu on May 9 resulted in the martyrdom of 15 police personnel, while four others were injured. The incident has raised serious concerns over regional security and terrorism threats.
According to investigations and technical intelligence, the Attack on police post in Bannu was coordinated from Afghan territory by terrorist elements operating across the border. This finding highlights continued security challenges for Pakistan.
The Foreign Office also summoned the Afghan chargé d’affaires and handed over a strong protest note over the incident. Pakistan expressed deep concern over the use of Afghan soil for terrorist activities against its security forces.
The statement added that United Nations and international reports have repeatedly pointed to the presence of terrorist groups operating inside Afghanistan and their involvement in cross-border attacks.
Pakistan said it will not compromise on its national security. It also reserved the right to take decisive action in response to the Attack on police post in Bannu and other similar threats.