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ISLAMABAD, Nov 12 (APP):The morale of teachers and cadets at Cadet College Wana remains high, with a firm resolve to stand against terrorism, following an attack by Afghan khwarij on November 10.
According to security sources, Field Marshal Asim Munir, the Army Chief, closely monitored the operation, emphasizing that the cadets are the nation’s valuable assets and must be protected at all costs. The Pakistan Army personnel acted as a shield between the cadets and khwarij for over 24 hours, making sacrifices to save the children.
The Operation Commander, Col. Muhammad Tahir, said that five Afghan khwarij had attempted to attack the college, targeting this prestigious institution, a gift from the Pakistan Army to the people of South Waziristan.
“One suicide bomber detonated himself, while the remaining khwarij attempted to breach the main gate and tried to take the students hostage,” he said.
The security forces swiftly responded, foiling the attack and eliminating the khwarij. The cadets, who were preparing for a drill competition, remained calm, knowing that the attack was an attempt to disrupt their education.
A cadet said, “We knew the attack was carried out by enemies of education who want to stop us from learning.”
Another cadet added, “The Pakistan Army saved us and shifted us to a safe location; nothing can deter us from pursuing our education.”
The timely intervention of the security forces prevented a major catastrophe, and the khwarij were neutralized between 10 and 10:30pm. The cadets and teachers praised the bravery of the Pakistan Army, saying, “Alhamdulillah, the prompt action foiled a horrific terrorist plot.”