Pakistan’s military has issued a stark ultimatum to Afghanistan, demanding an immediate end to cross-border terrorism and warning that it will no longer “beg the Afghan Taliban for security.” In a forceful statement on Monday, Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry declared, ‘Enough is enough,’ and insisted that Afghanistan must either take action against terrorists operating from its soil or hand them over to Pakistan.
Speaking informally with journalists, Lt Gen Chaudhry characterized Afghanistan as a hub of international terrorism, asserting that it hosts ‘all kinds of terrorist organizations’ that are now exporting violence.
The military spokesperson also addressed the armed forces’ role in domestic affairs, underscoring that the Pakistan Army has no desire to be embroiled in politics and should be kept away from such controversies. “If anyone wants to drag the military into politics, it is part of their own strategy,’ he affirmed.
On the subject of a potential international deployment, he clarified that any decision regarding sending a peacekeeping mission to Gaza rests exclusively with the Parliament of Pakistan.
Regarding the political situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the DG ISPR described the army’s relationship with the provincial government as purely state and official. He dismissed notions about the imposition of governor’s rule in the province as “purely speculative,” emphasizing that such a decision is the government’s prerogative, not the military’s.
Detailing the country’s extensive counter-terrorism efforts, Lt Gen Chaudhry revealed that security forces have conducted over 62,000 operations in 2025. These engagements resulted in the elimination of 1,667 terrorists, while 206 security personnel were martyred. Among those killed were 206 Afghan Taliban fighters and around 100 militants from the ‘Fitanatul Khawarij’ group.
He also expressed grave concern over a nexus of political elements, criminal networks, and drug mafias in Khyber district. He noted that money from narcotics is being used to fund terrorism, with Tirah Valley identified as a major hotspot for terrorist incidents.
Turning to the eastern border, Lt Gen Chaudhry warned that India is believed to be preparing for potential false flag operations at sea. He assured, however, that Pakistani forces are maintaining high vigilance and are prepared to deliver an “even stronger” response than before if any aggression occurs.
Lt Gen Chaudhry reiterated that the military’s primary focus remains on safeguarding Pakistan’s frontiers and ensuring national stability, not participating in political disputes.