ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir on Monday warned that any provocation or violation of the country's territorial sovereignty will be given a "swift and firm response".

General Munir, who visited the Line of Actual Control, offered Eid prayers along with officers and soldiers on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, The Express Tribune newspaper reported.

Addressing the troops he said, "Pakistan has always supported peace and stability in the region; however, any provocation or violation of Pakistan's territorial sovereignty will be responded to with a prompt and firm response with the nation's full support, If Allah wills it."

He said, "As soldiers, we take pride in celebrating such celebrations away from our homes and loved ones while on duty, thereby ensuring the safety of our country and fellow citizens."

The report said that he also talked about Kashmir issue.

The Pakistani leadership on Monday urged the people to promote the spirit of sacrifice, brotherhood and selflessness amid various challenges faced by the cash-strapped country.

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for promoting the spirit of sacrifice, brotherhood and selflessness.