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Express Tribune
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Army promises 'decisive' response to India misadventure
Army chief General Asim Munir presides over a special session of the Corps Commanders' Conference at the GHQ in Rawalpindi. Photo: ISPR Listen to article Top military brass on Friday delivered a clear and loud message to India, promising "decisive" response from Pakistan if any attempt was made by the neighboring country to impose a war. Army chief General Syed Asim Munir convened a special Corps Commanders meeting at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi against the backdrop of brewing tensions with India. New Delhi threatened to launch cross-border strikes after blaming Pakistan for the April 22 attack that killed 26 tourists in Pahalgam region of the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Pakistan vehemently denied its role and offered to participate in any "neutral, transparent and credible" investigation. China and certain other countries backed Pakistan's proposal while the United States, contrary to Indian expectations, adopted a more balanced approach. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday spoke to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Indian External Affairs Minister S J Shankar, urging restraint. A statement issued by the military's media wing said the top brass conducted a comprehensive review of the prevailing geo-strategic environment, with particular emphasis on the current Pakistan-India standoff and the broader regional security calculus. The forum reaffirmed the unflinching resolve of the armed forces to uphold the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country against any aggression or misadventure. The COAS lauded the unwavering professionalism, steadfast morale and operational preparedness of the armed forces, standing in unity with the people of Pakistan to defend the homeland at all costs. He underscored the critical importance of heightened vigilance and proactive readiness across all fronts. The forum expressed grave concern over the intensification of Indian atrocities in the Indian-Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), particularly in the aftermath of the recent Pahalgam incident, as well as the continued targeting of innocent civilians along the Line of Control (LoC) by Indian occupation forces. It was reiterated that such inhumane and unprovoked acts serve only to escalate regional tensions and will be met with a resolute and proportionate response. The forum noted, with serious concern, India's consistent pattern of exploitation of crises to achieve political and military objectives. They have been following a predictable template - whereby internal governance failures are externalised. These incidents have often coincided with unilateral moves by India to alter the status quo, as seen in 2019 when India similarly exploited the Pulwama incident to unilaterally alter the status quo of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir, through revocation of Article 370. "In the latest instance, the Pahalgam episode appears to be part of a deliberate strategy to divert Pakistan's focus away from the western front, as well as ongoing national efforts for economic revival; the two fronts where Pakistan is decisively and sustainably gaining grounds. Such diversionary tactics aimed at providing operational breathing space to Indian terror proxies will never succeed," according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). While reaffirming Pakistan's abiding commitment to peace, stability, and prosperity, the forum made clear that any attempt to impose war will be responded to, surely and decisively and aspirations of people of Pakistan shall be respected at all costs, Insha'Allah. In the same vein, the forum expressed serious concern that India is now exploiting the Pahalgam incident to undermine the longstanding Indus Waters Treaty, seeking to usurp Pakistan's legitimate and inalienable water rights. This constitutes a dangerous attempt to weaponise water, threatening the livelihood and sustenance of over 240 million Pakistanis and escalating strategic instability in South Asia. The forum also voiced deep alarm over credible evidence of direct Indian military and intelligence involvement in orchestrating terrorist activities inside Pakistan. These state-sponsored actions are in blatant violation of international norms which are universally unacceptable. The forum reiterated that Pakistan's path to peace and development will not be deterred by terrorism, coercion, or aggression - whether directly or through proxies. Deliberate destabilisation efforts by the Indian government will be confronted and defeated with resolve and clarity. The forum concluded with the COAS expressing complete confidence in the operational readiness, deterrence posture, and morale of all formations and strategic forces to defend the nation across the entire threat spectrum.
Economic Times
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Economic Times
Pak corps commanders meet to assess 'standoff' with India, say will protect territorial integrity
Synopsis Pakistani military commanders met to discuss the situation with India. They expressed determination to defend against any aggression. The meeting addressed concerns about India's actions, including the Pahalgam attack and water rights issues. They accused India of exploiting crises for political and military gains. Pakistan reaffirmed its commitment to peace but warned against any attempts to impose war. Islamabad: Pakistan Army corps commanders met here Friday to review the "standoff" with India and expressed the military's "unflinching resolve" to protect the country against any "aggression or misadventure". Pakistan Army chief Gen Asim Munir presided over the special Corps Commanders' Conference (CCC) at Rawalpindi-based General Headquarters (GHQ), amid tensions between the two countries after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. ADVERTISEMENT Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 29 told the top defence brass that the armed forces have "complete operational freedom" to decide on the mode, targets and timing of India's response to the Pahalgam attack. The forum conducted a comprehensive review of the prevailing geo-strategic environment, with particular emphasis on the "current Pakistan-India standoff and the broader regional security calculus". "The forum reaffirmed the unflinching resolve of the Pakistan Armed Forces to uphold the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country against any aggression or misadventure," a statement said after the meeting of the military top brass. The commanders noted what it termed as "India's consistent pattern of exploitation of crises to achieve political and military objectives" and alleged that they have been "following a predictable template - whereby internal governance failures are externalised." These incidents have often coincided with unilateral moves by India to alter the status quo, as seen in 2019 when "India similarly exploited the Pulwama incident to unilaterally alter the status quo of Kashmir, through revocation of Article 370," they alleged. ADVERTISEMENT The meeting also expressed serious concern that India is now "exploiting the Pahalgam incident to undermine" the Indus Waters Treaty, seeking to "usurp Pakistan's legitimate and inalienable water rights". While reaffirming Pakistan's abiding commitment to peace, stability, and prosperity, the forum made clear that "any attempt to impose war will be responded to, surely and decisively and aspirations of people of Pakistan shall be respected at all costs." The meeting concluded with the COAS expressing complete confidence in the operational readiness, deterrence posture, and morale of all formations and strategic forces to defend the nation across the entire threat spectrum. (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) (Catch all the Business News, Breaking News, Budget 2025 Events and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) Subscribe to The Economic Times Prime and read the ET ePaper online. NEXT STORY
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Pak corps commanders meet to assess 'standoff' with India, say will protect territorial integrity
Pakistani military commanders met to discuss the situation with India. They expressed determination to defend against any aggression. The meeting addressed concerns about India's actions, including the Pahalgam attack and water rights issues. They accused India of exploiting crises for political and military gains. Pakistan reaffirmed its commitment to peace but warned against any attempts to impose war. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Popular in Defence Islamabad: Pakistan Army corps commanders met here Friday to review the "standoff" with India and expressed the military's "unflinching resolve" to protect the country against any "aggression or misadventure". Pakistan Army chief Gen Asim Munir presided over the special Corps Commanders' Conference (CCC) at Rawalpindi-based General Headquarters (GHQ), amid tensions between the two countries after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 Minister Narendra Modi on April 29 told the top defence brass that the armed forces have "complete operational freedom" to decide on the mode, targets and timing of India's response to the Pahalgam forum conducted a comprehensive review of the prevailing geo-strategic environment, with particular emphasis on the "current Pakistan-India standoff and the broader regional security calculus"."The forum reaffirmed the unflinching resolve of the Pakistan Armed Forces to uphold the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country against any aggression or misadventure," a statement said after the meeting of the military top commanders noted what it termed as "India's consistent pattern of exploitation of crises to achieve political and military objectives" and alleged that they have been "following a predictable template - whereby internal governance failures are externalised."These incidents have often coincided with unilateral moves by India to alter the status quo, as seen in 2019 when "India similarly exploited the Pulwama incident to unilaterally alter the status quo of Kashmir, through revocation of Article 370," they meeting also expressed serious concern that India is now "exploiting the Pahalgam incident to undermine" the Indus Waters Treaty , seeking to "usurp Pakistan's legitimate and inalienable water rights".While reaffirming Pakistan's abiding commitment to peace, stability, and prosperity, the forum made clear that "any attempt to impose war will be responded to, surely and decisively and aspirations of people of Pakistan shall be respected at all costs."The meeting concluded with the COAS expressing complete confidence in the operational readiness, deterrence posture, and morale of all formations and strategic forces to defend the nation across the entire threat spectrum.
Express Tribune
05-04-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Army top brass vows 'full force' against terrorism
The military on Friday reiterated Pakistan's "unwavering commitment to bringing the full force of the state" against facilitators and abettors acting at the behest of hostile elements to destabilise the country, emphasising a swift and effective implementation of Vision Azm-e-Istehkam. The Corps Commanders' Conference (CCC), a top-level forum of the military, underscored the imperative of a whole-of-the nation approach in the fight against terrorism, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) stated in a statement. Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir chaired the 268th CCC at the General Headquarters (GHQ). The forum received a comprehensive briefing on the prevailing geo-strategic environment, emerging national security challenges, and Pakistan's strategic response to evolving threats, the ISPR said. The ISPR, the media wing of the military, stated that after undertaking a meticulous assessment of the regional and the internal security dynamics, the forum reaffirmed its resolve to eradicate terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, regardless of the cost. The statement added that the forum reiterated Pakistan's unwavering commitment to bringing the full force of the state against facilitators and abettors acting at the behest of hostile elements, seeking to destabilise the country. "The forum reaffirmed that no one will be allowed to disrupt peace in Balochistan and nefarious designs of foreign-sponsored proxies including social disruptive elements and their so-called political supporters advancing their narrow political interests at the cost of stability and prosperity of Balochistan will be decisively thwarted with the unwavering support of the people of Balochistan, InshaAllah," it said. "The real face of all foreign and domestic elements, the nexus between them and their endeavours to induce chaos and thrive on it stand fully exposed and will be dealt without impunity. Emphasizing the swift and effective implementation of Vision Azm-e-Istehkam under the ambit of National Action Plan (NAP), the forum underscored the imperative of a whole-of-the nation approach." The ISPR said that the forum underscored that the state apparatus and institutions would resolutely implement the law within the confines of the Constitution and no leniency and infirmity would be shown. On the occasion, Gen Asim lauded the initiation of District Coordination Committees across Pakistan and stressed the necessity of sustained, coordinated efforts in alignment with governmental directives to expedite the implementation of NAP, ensuring seamless inter-institutional collaboration. "Pakistan Army will extend full support to the government and law enforcement agencies (LEAs) in enforcing stringent legal measures against illicit economic activities, which are intrinsically linked to the financing of terrorism. There is no space for terrorists and their facilitators in Pakistan," he told the CCC. The forum expressed deep concern over the persistent and egregious human rights violations in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and the Indian army's unprovoked ceasefire violations along the Line of Control (LoC). The forum underscored "Pakistan's deep and unwavering support to the just cause of the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir and the need of sustained diplomatic engagement to highlight ongoing human rights abuses and violations on the global stage." The forum expressed complete solidarity with the people of Palestine and condemned serious human rights violations and war crimes being perpetrated in Gaza. The forum also reiterated unequivocal diplomatic, political and moral support to the people of Palestine. Earlier, the forum offered Fatiha and paid profound tribute to the supreme sacrifices of the Shuhada of the armed forces, law-enforcement agencies and the citizens, who laid down their lives for peace and stability in the country. The chief of army staff directed the field commanders to uphold the highest standards of operational readiness and professional excellence, ensuring rigorous training to maintain peak combat preparedness, the ISPR stated.
Express Tribune
05-02-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Rejuvenated security focus
Listen to article At a time when the armed forces are engaged in an existential fight with a faceless enemy, the resolve on the part of Army Chief Gen Asim Munir to hunt down 'frenemies' is on the spot. Surely, he is aware of the abettors who work hand in glove with external elements to keep Pakistan on the edges, and taking them out is the sine qua non for security and stability. The 267th Corps Commanders' Conference at the GHQ in Rawalpindi, under the army chief, took a leap forward as it agreed to address the urgency of countering externally-driven narratives of exclusion by wholeheartedly working with the locals for accelerating people-centric socio-economic development in the underdeveloped regions of restive Balochistan and elsewhere. Such a perspective is leadership, indeed, and invites forces from across the board in civil society and politics to join hands for the solidarity of the country, and to secure it from terror fissures. The double-down in approach to checkmate the enemy has come just days after 18 soldiers were killed in counter-terrorism operations in Kalat and Harnai, pointing a finger at revulsion from across the friendly borders of Iran and Afghanistan. The military's contention to focus on security measures with the pinnacle of commanders in session by making no mention of other issues that are usually referred to such as social media and political instability is a sign of professional commitment, and is laudable. Pakistan is experiencing a spike in terrorism and it saddens to register that nearly seven lives are lost on a daily basis. In the year 2024, at least 685 law enforcers were martyred in as many as 444 attacks, making it a deadliest year for civil and military personnel in a decade. A glance at the terror spectrum unveils an unholy alliance between the TTP and Baloch militants, pushing the security forces in an environment of volatility, deception and daredevil attacks. Thus, the focus should be on securitising the state and that too without any deviation. Politics, economy and foreign relations can wait for a while, as the thrust should be on exterminating the terror nexus.
