ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued a stern warning to external aggressors on Friday, declaring that the people and armed forces of Pakistan remain in a state of constant readiness to protect the security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the country.
The Prime Minister’s statement, released by the PM Office, comes at a critical juncture as regional security challenges intensify. PM Shehbaz emphasized that the defense of the “beloved homeland” is a sacred duty and that any attempt to violate Pakistan’s borders would be met with an immediate and decisive response.
“چیف آف آرمی اسٹاف و چیف آف ڈیفنس فورسز فیلڈ مارشل سید عاصم منیر کی قیادت میں افواجِ پاکستان قومی جذبے کے ساتھ اپنے فرائض انجام دے رہی ہیں۔”
~وزیراعظم محمد شہباز شریف pic.twitter.com/dvdO8wTbqW— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) February 26, 2026
Key Highlights of the PM’s Statement:
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Defensive Resolve: “There will be no compromise on the defense of the beloved homeland, and every aggression will be met with a befitting reply,” the Prime Minister asserted, reinforcing the state’s zero-tolerance policy toward territorial violations.
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Military Readiness: PM Shehbaz lauded the professional excellence of the Pakistan Armed Forces, noting that they are equipped with high-level training and “effective defense strategies” capable of neutralizing any internal or external threat.
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Peace with Honor: While reiterating that Pakistan’s foreign policy is rooted in the promotion of regional peace, the Prime Minister clarified that this desire for stability should not be mistaken for weakness.
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National Unity: He highlighted that the bond between the people and the military serves as the ultimate bulwark against those who wish to harm the country.
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Strategic Context
The Prime Minister’s high-octane rhetoric follows a series of recent security developments along the western frontier. His remarks are seen as a clear message to the interim Afghan government and militant groups operating from across the border, following a surge in cross-border firing incidents and the launch of counter-terror operations in the tribal districts.
The statement also serves to reassure the public and international stakeholders that the Pakistani state remains unified and capable of maintaining its red lines.
“The Pakistani armed forces will resolutely confront every aggression,” the Prime Minister concluded, adding that the state will go to any length to ensure the safety and security of its citizens.
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