In a firm rebuttal to circulating reports, Pakistan's Army spokesman Major General Ahmed Sharif Chowdhury dismissed claims of Islamabad granting permission for the establishment of US military bases on its soil. He emphasized that Pakistan remains committed to its sovereignty and will not permit any foreign military presence on its territory.
Addressing reporters at a press conference held in Rawalpindi, Major General Chowdhury categorically refuted allegations of Pakistan consenting to US military bases in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces. He labeled such assertions as mere propaganda devoid of truth.
The army spokesman's remarks come amidst speculations on social media regarding the US's purported interest in setting up military installations in Pakistan for intelligence surveillance on neighboring countries like Iran, Afghanistan, and China. However, Major General Chowdhury dismissed these claims as unfounded.
Despite the circulating rumors, Pakistan reiterated its stance of not permitting any foreign military bases within its borders. Major General Chowdhury's statement underscores Islamabad's commitment to upholding its sovereignty and national interests.
While Pakistan has outright denied these allegations, the United States has yet to issue an official statement on the matter, leaving the situation open to further speculation and debate.
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