COAS, General Syed Asim Munir, visited Bannu on September 1, 2023, where nine brave soldiers embraced shahadat (martyrdom) on August 31, 2023, when a suicide bomber detonated himself near a military convoy in the Jani Khel area.

COAS received a briefing on the ongoing operations and the overall security situation. He also visited CMH Bannu to inquire about the health and well-being of the injured soldiers. COAS expressed his appreciation for the high morale and unflinching resolve of the troops, stating, "Pakistan Army will continue to act as a bulwark against terrorism to safeguard the nation from this scourge."

During interactions with officers and troops deployed in the area, COAS emphasized, "The Army, along with law enforcement agencies (LEAs) and the nation, can never be coerced by the cowardly tactics of terrorists who mistakenly believe they can challenge the iron resolve of our soldiers and the authority of the state." He further added, "We have fought for a long time and will continue to combat the menace of terrorism until the end. The nation pays rich tribute to those who have laid down their lives, and their sacrifices will forever be honored."
Earlier on arrival, COAS was received by Commander Peshawar Corps.