President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday strongly condemned a terrorist incident in Quetta, expressing profound grief over the loss of innocent lives. In a statement issued from the Presidency, he asserted that such acts of terrorism are designed to harm the people of Pakistan and divert attention from the country’s contributions to global peace.
Terrorism Aimed at Undermining Pakistan’s Peace Efforts
The President said elements hostile to Pakistan are attempting to undermine the nation’s initiatives that serve broader humanitarian objectives, global peace, and progress. He stated that terrorists and their patrons are actively seeking to disrupt Pakistan’s focus on stability and development.
Unwavering Commitment to Defeat Terrorism
President Zardari declared there should be no that Pakistan will defeat the terrorists, their facilitators, financiers, and those providing them safe havens. He added that the country will also thwart every conspiracy against peace, stability, and national security.
Martyrs’ Blood Will Not Be in Vain
The President stressed that Pakistan will neither forget nor forgive the terrorists and their patrons. “The blood of martyrs will not go in vain, and every drop of their blood will be accounted for,” he stated.
Call for Global Recognition of Terrorist Threats
President Zardari urged the international community to recognize the true face of the terrorists and their patrons who are attempting, unsuccessfully, to derail Pakistan’s global peace efforts. He reiterated Pakistan’s resolve to continue its role as a responsible nation committed to regional and international stability.
