Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi received Rev. Dr. Robinson Asghar, Apostolic Leader and Vice President of IFGF Global, and other Pakistani Christian leaders who are stationed in the UAE. The reception was conducted to address the concerns of the Pakistani Christian community that resides in the United Arab Emirates. Rev. Dr. Asghar thanked Ambassador Tirmizi for his ongoing support of the Pakistani Christian diaspora. He welcomed the efforts by the embassy in assisting and counseling the community on various issues. He also articulated the concerns and challenges the Christian community encounters living abroad. During the meeting, Rev. Dr. Asghar also laid down several proposals. These proposals were to enhance the welfare and support mechanism of Pakistani Christians in the UAE. He wished that these ideas would be able to make the community stronger and provide them with a stronger platform for growth and unity. Ambassador Tirmizi heard out the suggestions and issues put forward by Re...
In a devastating late-night assault on Chodwan police station in Dera Ismail Khan, ten police officers lost their lives, while six others were injured, just days before the scheduled general elections on February 8.
The Regional Police Officer, Nasir Mehmood, confirmed the casualties, revealing that over 30 terrorists attacked from three directions, seizing control of the police station briefly during the two-and-a-half-hour exchange of fire.
Deputy Superintendent Malik Aneesul Hassan described how militants, after entering the building, used hand grenades, escalating the casualties among the police.
The funeral prayers for the martyred officers took place at the Dera Ismail Khan Police Lines, attended by dignitaries including Caretaker Chief Minister Justice Arshad Hussain Shah and Chief Secretary Nadeen Aslam Chaudhry.
Inspector General Akhtar praised the courage of the police and promised that the sacrifices would not be in vain, asserting that the “cowardly attack” would not demoralize the provincial police force.
Amid rising security concerns in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, the Election Commission of Pakistan confirmed that the polls would proceed as scheduled.
Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar strongly condemned the terrorist attack, emphasizing the nation’s resolve to maintain law and order.
Interim Information Minister Murtaza Solangi echoed the condemnation, stating that terrorists are enemies of peace and stability. He reaffirmed the nation’s support for the police and security forces.
Former prime minister Shehbaz Sharif and ex-president Asif Ali Zardari offered condolences, with Zardari emphasizing the need to implement the National Action Plan to eliminate terrorism.
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan highlighted the increasing terror attacks in KP, calling for a fundamental policy shift to protect citizens.
As the nation mourns the loss of brave officers, the recent uptick in terror activities underscores the challenges faced by Pakistan, especially in KP and Balochistan, as highlighted in a recent security report. The resilience of the police force and collective determination to achieve peace remain crucial in the face of these threats.
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