Unfortunately our neighboring countries including Afghanistan and India are supporting and financing the militant organizations to create instability in Pakistan through terrorist activities. Pakistan has provided evidence of involvement of foreign hands to destabilize Pakistan at multiple international forums. Today a tragic incident happened against and at least twelve security personnel were martyred in a suicide attack on a check post in Bannu. Our forces are determined to bring those responsible for the attack to justice and reiterated its commitment to eliminating terrorism from the region. The loss of precious lives is heartbreaking. Emotions must be set aside, and facts and reason must prevail.