ISLAMABAD, Feb 27 (APP):Vice President PPP Senator Sherry Rehman Friday presented a comprehensive resolution in the Senate of Pakistan condemning Afghanistan’s unprovoked aggression and cross-border violations.
The resolution was adopted signalling political unity on matters of national sovereignty and security. However, PTI said that they support the resolution but did not sign it, they insisted on a regional security framework.
Introducing the resolution, Senator Rehman said that Pakistan has exercised maximum restraint and upheld all diplomatic avenues, but recent hostile actions from Afghan soil have compelled the State to respond within the framework of international law.
According to the text of the resolution passed by the Senate of Pakistan, Senate unequivocally condemned the recent acts of unprovoked aggression and hostile cross-border actions emanating from the territory of Afghanistan, describing them as blatant violations of international law, established diplomatic norms, and the principles of peaceful neighbourly relations.
The house declared that any attempt to challenge the sovereignty, territorial integrity, or national security of Pakistan constitutes a direct affront to the dignity of the Pakistani nation and shall be met with a firm, proportionate, and decisive response.
The members paid tribute to the bravery, professionalism, and sacrifice of Pakistan’s Armed Forces and law enforcement personnel who stand vigilant in defence of every inch of the homeland.
The resolution recalled with profound regret that for over forty years Pakistan has borne extraordinary economic, social, and security burdens in hosting millions of Afghan nationals, extending humanitarian assistance, facilitating peace efforts, and consistently advocating for Afghanistan’s stability in international forums often at immense cost to its own national development and internal security.
The house expressed deep disappointment that instead of reciprocal goodwill, Pakistan continues to face hostile rhetoric, cross-border violations, and the persistent presence of anti-Pakistan terrorist elements operating from Afghan soil, reflecting a troubling pattern of ingratitude and disregard for bilateral understandings.
The house demanded that the Afghan Taliban Regime immediately cease all hostile actions, prevent the use of Afghan soil for terrorism or aggression against Pakistan, and honour their international obligations and commitments to peaceful coexistence.
Senate affirmed that while Pakistan remains committed to constructive engagement, regional peace, and mutually respectful relations, its patience must not be misconstrued as weakness, nor its desire for stability mistaken for inability to respond decisively.
It called upon the international community to take serious note of these developments and to urge the Afghan Taliban Regime to adhere to international norms and prevent further destabilization of the region.
The house resolved that the Senate stands united, beyond political divides, in defense of Pakistan’s sovereignty and supports all necessary measures undertaken by the State to safeguard its territorial integrity and national honour.
Following the passage of the resolution, Senator Rehman said that Pakistan’s patience should not be misinterpreted as weakness. “The agreements that the Afghan Taliban signed in Doha have now been forgotten. Everyone can see the level of adherence to the commitments made in the presence of important stakeholders,” she added.
She emphasized that Pakistan had continuously pursued diplomacy. “Pakistan did not close the door on diplomacy at any stage, but we were forced to respond. Under Article 51 of the United Nations Charter, every country has the right to defend itself,” she remarked.
Raising a critical question for Kabul, she stated, “A fundamental question before Afghanistan is whether it accepts responsibility for its own territory or not.”
Senator Rehman strongly rejected the mischaracterization of Pakistan’s defensive measures.
“We are a responsible country; we have established deterrence with every possible effort.”
Underscoring Pakistan’s capabilities, she said, “We have full capacity for counter-terrorism as well as conventional warfare.”
She also paid tribute to Pakistan’s security forces, adding “The Pakistan military and the Pakistan Air Force , the Pakistan armed forces— we owe our peace and our sleep to their service, and we should remember them in our prayers.”