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QUETTA:Â The Balochistan Assembly unanimously passed a resolution condemning the terrorist attack in Kalat, which claimed the lives of 18 soldiers. The resolution was moved by Mir Zahoor Buledi, Minister for Planning and Development and a Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) lawmaker.
Lawmakers Condemn Attack, Demand Justice
Speaking in the assembly, Mir Zahoor Buledi strongly denounced the attack, stating that terrorists, acting on foreign directives, targeted security forces in Kalat and Bostan. He vowed that the perpetrators would not escape justice.
Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti also addressed the house, emphasizing that national security must take precedence over politics. He condemned the violence in Kalat and Turbat, calling it an attempt to spread fear among the Baloch people. While he supported dialogue, he insisted it must occur within Pakistan’s constitutional framework.
Calls for Unity Against Terrorism
Lawmaker Meena Majeed Baloch expressed deep sorrow over the loss of soldiers, reaffirming that such cowardly attacks would not weaken Pakistan’s resolve. “The entire nation stands with our security forces. We will not allow terrorists to sabotage peace in Balochistan,” she said, stressing the need for intelligence-based operations.
Noor Muhammad Dumar also condemned the attack, assuring that the sacrifices of security forces would not go in vain. “We must ensure our security personnel receive all necessary support to combat terrorism effectively,” he urged, calling on political parties to unite against extremism.
Lawmakers from both opposition and treasury benches unanimously supported the resolution, reaffirming their commitment to peace and security. The session was then adjourned.
