Analysts are giving importance to General Kayani's visit amidst continuing violence in the city. — File photo

KARACHI: Chief of Army Staff General Ashfaq Pervez Kayani landed in Karachi on Thursday morning, DawnNews reported.

The army chief would be given a detailed briefing on the situation of the city, sources said.

General Kayani had hinted that the army could provide its services to the government in restoring peace in the port city.

Analysts were giving importance to General Kayani's visit amidst continuing violence in the city.

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