Islamabad: Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs, Rana Sanaullah, underscored Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to eradicating terrorism, affirming that there will be no compromise on this resolve. Addressing the Senate in response to concerns raised by opposition members, Sanaullah emphasized that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has made it clear that Afghanistan faces a critical decision between aligning with Pakistan or continuing support for terrorism. He reiterated Pakistan’s intention to keep targeting terrorist training camps and sanctuaries in Afghanistan until the threat is completely eliminated.

According to Radio Pakistan, Sanaullah also urged the opposition to separate political disputes from issues related to terrorism. He highlighted repeated invitations extended by Prime Minister Sharif to the opposition for dialogue to address political differences. Meanwhile, Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr. Tariq Fazal Chaudhry, during the Question Hour in the Senate, clarified the Federal Investigation Agency’s strict adherence to established procedures for off-loading passengers. He explained that any discrepancies found in travel documents or profiles during initial screenings prompt further investigation.

The Minister further assured that the Federal Investigation Agency has made passengers’ rights, the complaint process, and appeal procedures accessible at immigration counters in both Urdu and English, complemented by public awareness campaigns. He dismissed reports of any deportations of Pakistani citizens from abroad, with a specific emphasis on the United Arab Emirates. The Senate is scheduled to reconvene on Friday at 10:30 a.m.