ISLAMABAD, NOV 4 (APP/DNA): President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday paid tribute to the security forces for carrying out a successful intelligence-based operation in Kalat district of Balochistan.

The president and prime minister, in their separately issued statements, praised the forces for killing four India-backed terrorists, calling it a great achievement for national security.

He said that the entire nation stood with the security forces and remained committed to the complete eradication of the scourge of terrorism.

Appreciating the resolve and steadfastness of the security forces and law enforcement agencies, the president, who is currently on an official visit to Qatar, said that the continuation of Operation “Azm-e-Istehkam” against anti-state elements was indispensable for national security.

Similarly, Prime Minister Shehbaz said that Pakistan would continue the war against terrorism until its complete eradication from the country, reiterating that entire nation stood in support of the armed forces with an unwavering resolve to protect the homeland.