F-16s effective in Pakistan's war against terrorism: US State Dept
Some members of Congress expressed reservations over sale of fighter jets to Pakistan: US State Dept
WASHINGTON (Dunya News) – Spokesperson for the US State Department Mark Toner Saturday stated that F-16 fighter jets are proving to be effective in Pakistan’s war against terrorism. He further stated that some members of the Congress had expressed reservations over the sale of the fighter jets to Pakistan.
Speaking during a media briefing in Washington, the US State Department Spokesperson said that Pakistan was facing the threat of terrorism against which it was conducting an operation. He added that the US was in favour of supporting Pakistan’s efforts against terrorism.
He further stated that the US hoped that the military aid will help the country in achieving stability and will secure the region.
In an answer to a question, he stated that some members of the Congress had expressed reservations over the sale of the jets to Pakistan.
Toner stated that Pakistan’s relations with its neighboring countries in the region fluctuate over time but now the country wanted to solve its problems through dialogue. He added that the US also wants that dialogue should continue.
