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Express Tribune
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Former DG ISPR Asif Ghafoor issues stern message to Modi
Listen to article Former Director General of Pakistan's military media wing, Lieutenant General (Retd.) Asif Ghafoor, issued a stern warning to India on Saturday, stating that New Delhi had repeatedly been cautioned not to test Pakistan's determination. In a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Ghafoor shared the Quranic verse "Nasrum min Allah wa fathun qareeb" ("Help from Allah and victory is near") alongside messages directed at Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. - @narendramodi you were repeatedly warned not to test our resolve and don't mess with Pakistan. Yours is a real terrorist state with its worst display against innocent Kashmiris in IIOJ&K. Now stop, else be ready for greater consequences at the hands of Pakistan Armed Forces. — Asif Ghafoor (@peaceforchange) May 10, 2025 'Modi, you were repeatedly warned not to test our resolve and dont mess with Pakistan,' Ghafoor wrote. 'This is just one post — how would you face Pakistan's armed forces?' The former ISPR chief, who previously commanded the Pakistan Army's Quetta Corps, also alleged that X had hidden one of his tweets, which included an image criticising Indian actions. X hides this post from my TL shared now in picture below. Indian influence?? Come on India…. just a post. How would you face Pakistan Armed Forces??? — Asif Ghafoor (@peaceforchange) May 10, 2025 Tagging the Indian Prime Minister directly, Asif Ghafoor accused India of being a 'terrorist state' and condemned New Delhi's policies in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), calling them a 'worst display' against innocent Kashmiris. The remarks come amid heightened military tensions between India and Pakistan following cross-border strikes earlier in the week and Pakistan's launch of Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos in response. Pakistan initiated retaliatory action in response to the ongoing Indian aggression in the wee hours of Saturday. As part of the operation, all bases identified as launch points for attacks on Pakistani civilians and mosques are being specifically targeted. Multiple strategic targets are being engaged simultaneously as the operation progresses, security sources confirmed. They stated that Pakistan launched its Al-Fatah missile as part of the ongoing retaliatory operation, naming it in honour of the Pakistani children who lost their lives in recent Indian aggression. They added that Pakistan has neither forgotten nor will ever forget the sacrifice of these innocent children, who were martyred during cross-border attacks by Indian forces earlier this week. Tensions between India and Pakistan escalated sharply following the April 22 attack in Pahalgam, located in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), which left 26 people dead. India blamed Pakistan-based elements for the attack without presenting evidence. Islamabad categorically rejected the accusations. In response, India closed the Wagah land border, revoked Pakistani visas, and announced the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty on April 23. Pakistan labelled any disruption to the treaty as an 'act of war' and subsequently sealed the Wagah crossing on its side. The situation further deteriorated on May 6 and 7, with explosions reported in several Pakistani cities including Muzaffarabad, Kotli, Muridke, and Bahawalpur. Pakistan's military spokesperson, Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, confirmed that Indian airstrikes had targeted multiple locations. Pakistan responded with air and ground operations under a new military campaign named Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos. Within the first hour of retaliation, Pakistan claimed to have downed five Indian fighter jets, including four Rafale aircraft. Lt Gen Chaudhry stated that Pakistan had the capability to down more but exercised restraint. Indian media provided limited coverage, with one report by The Hindu later retracted. International observers, including analysts on CNN, noted the downing of Rafale jets has challenged India's narrative of regional air superiority. A senior French intelligence official also confirmed the loss of one Rafale aircraft to CNN—the first combat loss for the jet. In addition, Pakistan's armed forces reported intercepting and neutralising 77 Israeli-made Harop drones allegedly launched by India. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the drones were brought down using a mix of electronic warfare and conventional air defence systems.
The Courier
06-05-2025
- Business
- The Courier
Stirling Pizza Hut: Goosecroft Road opening date announced
Stirling's new Pizza Hut has confirmed its opening date. The chain, which will operate from 11am to 11pm daily, is opening on May 7 for sit-in, takeaway and collections. Customers can also order through Just Eat, Uber Eats, and Deliveroo. Around 16 customers can eat in-store and a £9.99 collection deal will be running for the opening. The franchise is run by Fife-based company Glenshire Brands, which has 23 sites across Scotland. Director of the business, Zibby Ghafoor, told The Courier it was great to be in a 'high footfall area'. Pizza Hut 'to start serving Stirling again' He hopes Pizza Hut's new location will prove popular with students, visitors using Stirling train station and locals. Mr Ghafoor said: 'We're all ready to go. It's been a long time coming. The new unit's had a refit and we're happy to start serving Stirling again.' Papa John's has been refitted to become Pizza Hut. Image: Pizza Hut Stirling Customers have also been told to keep an eye on Pizza Hut's Facebook page for special deals and giveaways. Pizza Hut announced in April it was moving into the former Papa John's unit on Goosecroft Road. A Facebook post at the time described it as a move to a 'improved' larger premises and confirmed staff would be moving to the new site. Renovations took around three weeks. Around 16 customers can sit in. Image: Pizza Hut Stirling Papa John's shut last year as part of a move to close 50 underperforming locations in the UK. Pizza Hut's former home on the corner of Cowane Street and Wallace Street went to auction in February. It was previously home to the Rob Roy pub. Elsewhere in Stirling, Piotsa Pizza has confirmed it will be opening next week. For more Stirling news and features visit our page or join us on Facebook
