The United States has commended Pakistan for its ongoing efforts and “continued success” in combating terrorist groups at both regional and global levels. Washington also extended condolences for the lives lost in recent terror attacks across Pakistan.

During the recent Pakistan-US Counter-Terrorism Dialogue held in Islamabad, both countries released a joint statement.

“The United States applauded Pakistan’s continued successes to contain terrorist entities that pose a threat to the peace and security of the region and the world,” the joint statement, shared by Pakistan’s foreign ministry, said.

“Furthermore, the United States expressed condolences for the loss of civilians and members of law enforcement agencies in terrorist incidents in Pakistan, including the barbaric Jaffar Express terrorist attack and the bombing of a school bus in Khuzdar,” it added.