President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have strongly condemned the terrorist attack on a check post of security forces in Tank.     

In separate statements, they paid tribute to the security forces for killing twelve terrorists belonging to Fitna al Khawarij and foiling the attack.

The President and Prime Minister also paid homage to the brave soldiers and personnel who embraced martyrdom in the terrorist attack.

They prayed for the elevation of the ranks of the martyrs and for patience and fortitude for their bereaved families.   

They said the security forces and law enforcement agencies will continue their operations with full resolve to rid the country of this menace.