World needs to recognise Kashmir's struggle for freedom: General Raheel

Army chief condemns killings of Kashmiri youth, urges international community to help resolve long-standing dispute

Army Chief General Raheel Sharif said on Wednesday that the world needs to recognise the aspiration of Kashmiri people and their struggle for freedom from the occupying forces.

While condemning the killings of Kashmiri youth executed by Indian forces, General Raheel said the international community should help resolve the long-standing dispute for enduring peace in the region.

He was chairing the Corps Commander Conference at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi where the army’s top brass took an in-depth review of the country's internal security situation, said the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) in a statement.

Moreover, the army chief appreciated the relentless efforts of intelligence and law enforcement agencies towards ensuring peace during Eid days despite numerous threats.

During the discussion on external security situation with special emphasis on Afghanistan, the forum reviewed the progress vis-à-vis efforts for effective border management.