Suicide attack

Those responsible for this bloodshed will be punished.

— Damascus governor Maher Eldibi, at the scene

Terrorist networks operating from India and Afghanistan would never be allowed to succeed in their nefarious designs against Pakistan.

— Hanif Abbasi, Pakistan Railways Minister, in a post-blast statement after the Quetta shuttle train blast

Luckily, the policemen remained unhurt in the exchange of fire.

— The District Police Officer’s spokesman, Qudratullah Khan, said that the policemen remained unhurt in the exchange of fire.

Such brave and fearless citizens are the true symbol of the national resolve against terrorism. Shaheed Liaqat's sacrifice is a guiding light for every individual of the nation,

— Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in a statement praising Liaqat's sacrifice

The Afghan Taliban regime has also been categorically informed that, if it continues to harbour these terrorist organisations, Pakistan will not compromise on its national security or on the safety and protection of its citizens.

— Pakistan Foreign Office statement on the Bannu attack

Until June of 2025, you understood that the wars in the Middle East were a trap that robbed America of the precious lives of our patriots and depleted the wealth and prosperity of our nation.

— Joe Kent; from his resignation letter to President Trump, in which he opposes the Iran war.