NSCN/ GPRN has stated that the reported ambush on a convoy of the Indian Armed Forces at Nungshang River areas, Hungpung village at approximately 1:30 on Monday was carried out allegedly by an armed group suspected to be the breakaway Eastern Flank faction.
NSNC/ GPRN claimed that such faction has no connection whatsoever with the NSCN/GPRN and that there exist no Eastern Flank in the Naga Army of the NSCN/GPRN.
In a statement the NSCN/GPRN categorically states that it was neither involved in nor had any knowledge of the said incident while adding that the organisation remains firmly committed to the Ceasefire Agreement with the Government of India and continues to uphold its responsibilities under the agreed ground rules.
The NSCN/GPRN reiterates that it shall never resort to any action that could undermine, derail, or sabotage the ongoing Indo-Naga political negotiations. The pursuit of an honorable and peaceful political solution remains the unwavering commitment of the NSCN/GPRNm the statement added.
Unequivocally condemning all actions and activities that are detrimental to the peace process and the ongoing Indo-Naga political talksn NSCN/ GPRN stated that at this crucial juncture, all stakeholders must exercise restraint and responsibility to ensure that the hard-earned progress made towards a peaceful resolution is not jeopardised by acts capable of creating mistrust and instability.
The Hills Journal
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