Spokesman’s response regarding the statement attributed to Maulana Tahir Ashrafi
(2013-03-04) In response to a question regarding the statement attributed to Maulana Tahir Ashrafi justifying suicide bombings in Afghanistan, the Spokesman noted that Maulana Ashrafi had denied making any such statement.
The Spokesman further clarified that statements issued by private individuals did not reflect the views of the Government of Pakistan.
Pakistan and the Ulema of this country have repeatedly condemned suicide attacks and consider them repugnant to the teachings of our glorious religion.
Islamabad
04 March 2013