Army Chief Vows to Crush Any Attempts to Create Anarchy in Pakistan
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir has issued a resolute warning against any attempts to create anarchy in Pakistan, asserting that the Pakistan Army will not allow chaos to take root in the country. Speaking at the National Convention of Scholars on Thursday, General Munir emphasized the Army’s commitment to upholding peace and stability, while urging all citizens to adhere to the principles of Shariah and the Constitution.
“The greatest sin in the sight of Almighty Allah is creating chaos in the land,” General Munir stated, underscoring the religious and constitutional duty to maintain order. He emphasized that those who do not respect these principles cannot be considered true Pakistanis.
In his address, General Munir highlighted the dangers posed by criminal and smuggling mafias that are providing support to terrorism, further complicating efforts to maintain peace. He pointed to social media as a significant source of anarchy, warning that any attempts to spread chaos through these platforms would be met with firm resistance by the Army.
“The anarchy is spread through social media. If anyone tries to spread chaos in Pakistan, by God, we [the Army] will stand against them,” the COAS pledged, reinforcing the Army’s role as a bulwark against destabilization.
General Munir also called on religious scholars to play a pivotal role in promoting peace and moderation within society. He urged them to preach restraint and unity, rather than extremism, to help steer the nation away from division and conflict.
Addressing the complex relationship with Afghanistan, General Munir acknowledged Pakistan’s long-standing hospitality towards millions of Afghan refugees over the past 40 years. He expressed hope that Afghanistan would not turn against its neighbor and brotherly Islamic country, Pakistan, by supporting factions like the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), which he referred to as the “Fitna al-Khawarij,” a significant source of mischief and unrest.
General Munir paid tribute to the sacrifices made by the Pakhtoon people and the residents of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the fight against terrorism, affirming the Pakistan Army’s solidarity with these communities. “Our Pakhtoon brothers and the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have made various sacrifices in the war against terrorism. We appreciate their efforts and stand with them,” he said.
The Army Chief stressed that Islam does not advocate coercion and that Pakistan, as a nation, is resilient and unbreakable. “No power can harm Pakistan because this country came into being to continue to exist,” he declared, highlighting the enduring significance of Pakistan’s creation.
Drawing lessons from the turbulent experiences of other nations, General Munir pointed to the current states of Iraq, Syria, and Libya as cautionary examples of what can happen when a country loses its stability and unity. He also referenced the unresolved issue of Kashmir, describing it as an unfinished agenda from the Partition of the subcontinent, and reaffirmed the importance of the two-nation theory.
In his concluding remarks, General Munir expressed deep regret over the ongoing genocide of Palestinians in Gaza. He urged Pakistan to learn from the struggles of the Palestinian people, emphasizing the need to protect the nation and strengthen its defenses.
“Palestine gives us the lesson that we have to protect ourselves and strengthen Pakistan,” the COAS said, underscoring the importance of national security in the face of global challenges.