No understanding to allow US to use Pakistan airspace for operations in Afghanistan: FO

No understanding to allow US to use Pakistan airspace for operations in Afghanistan: FO
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ISLAMABAD, Oct 23 (APP): Rubbishing a US media report, Pakistan on Saturday categorically denied that any understanding with the United States was in place to allow the use of Pakistan’s airspace for military and intelligence operation in Afghanistan.

Quoting three sources, a CNN report published Friday claimed of the Biden administration had told the lawmakers of nearing a formalized agreement with Pakistan for use of its airspace to conduct military and intelligence operations in Afghanistan.

No understanding to allow US to use Pakistan airspace for operations in Afghanistan: FO

However, responding to the US media claim, the Foreign Office spokesperson said, “no such understanding was in place.

“Pakistan and the US have longstanding cooperation on regional security and counter-terrorism and the two sides remain engaged in regular consultations,” he maintained.

By Ishtiaq Rao

Ishtiaq Ahmed is a Sr. Reporter who reports on Prime Minister, President, Foreign Office, and special assignments. Backed by 20-year experience, he has written for local and foreign newspapers. Reach out at 03335293238/ [email protected]/ X: ishtiaqrao

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