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Pakistan condemns terror attack in Pathankot Air Force base

| | Jan 02, 2016, at 08:58 pm
Islamabad, Jan 2 (IBNS): Pakistan on Saturday condemned the terror attack at Pathankot Air Force base in Punjab.

"Pakistan condemns the terrorist incident in Pathankot, India, today, in which many precious lives have been lost-1/3," Spokesperson of the Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs tweeted.

"We extend heartfelt condolences to the Government & people of India & the bereaved families & wish the wounded speedy and full recovery-2/3," read another tweet.

Pakistan said it will continue to partner with India and other regional countries to eradicate the 'menace' of terrorism.

"Pakistan remains committed to partner with India & other regional countries to eradicate the menace of terrorism afflicting our region-3/3," read another tweet.
 

Around 3.30 am, heavily armed terrorists stormed the Air Force base from back side of the premises. 
 
So far four terrorists were killed. 

Three jawans also lost their lives in the prolonged gun battle. 

 

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