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Business Recorder
16 hours ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
India has intensified ‘terrorism campaign' inside Pakistan through proxies, says PM Shehbaz
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday said India had intensified 'terrorism campaign' in Pakistan through its proxies after having suffered a 'humiliating defeat' in recent conflict with Pakistan, according a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The premier's statement came as he visited Command & Staff College Quetta and addressed the faculty and graduating officers. Pakistan will not allow India to cross Indus Waters Treaty red line: PM Shehbaz 'India after having suffered a humiliating defeat during Ma'rka-e-Haq has now intensified its campaign of terrorism inside Pakistan through its proxies,' PM Shehbaz was quoted as saying in the ISPR statement. The prime minister resolved that all such 'nefarious and ill designs of India and its proxy Fitna al Hindustan' would be defeated by Pakistan. He commended the performance of the Pakistan Armed Forces during Operation Bunyanum Marsoos against India. 'The prime minister praised the bravery, professionalism, and sacrifice of the Armed Forces, saying that their exemplary conduct has earned the nation's highest accolades,' ISPR said. He highlighted the importance of the armed forces in safeguarding the country's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and security, while reaffirming the government's commitment to supporting the armed forces in their mission to protect the nation. Earlier on arrival at Command & Staff College, PM Shehbaz was received by the Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M). Pakistan shot down six Indian jets, not five: PM Shehbaz The heaviest fighting in decades between Pakistan and India was sparked by an April 22 attack in the Indian Illegally Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) that killed 26 people, most of them tourists. New Delhi blamed the incident on 'terrorists' backed by Pakistan, a charge denied by Islamabad. On May 7, Indian jets bombed what New Delhi claimed 'terrorist infrastructure' sites across the border. Pakistan has said it downed six Indian planes, including at least three Rafale fighters, in the initial clashes. The ceasefire was announced on May 10 after bitter fighting in which both sides used fighter jets, missiles, drones and artillery.
The Print
20 hours ago
- Politics
- The Print
As Asim Munir spoke in Quetta, separatist group claimed control of a city in Balochistan
'Commenting on the global and regional environment, the COAS shed light on the character of emerging conflict, with particular emphasis on India's increasingly dangerous propensity to use unprovoked military aggression against Pakistan,' the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Pakistani military's media wing, said in a statement Friday. Speaking at the Command and Staff College, Munir talked about the apparent need for a peaceful resolution to the 'Kashmir issue' and condemned India for what he claimed was 'unlawful and legally untenable hydro-terrorism'. He was referring to the Indus Waters Treaty being held in abeyance by India post a diplomatic downgrade of relations with Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack. New Delhi: As Pakistani Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir delivered a key address in Balochistan's capital city of Quetta, separatist group Baloch Liberation Army issued a statement, claiming it had taken control of the Surab city of the restive province. 'While reiterating the resolve to defeat any aggression and ability to deal with threats across the entire conflict spectrum, the COAS asserted that Pakistan will never be coerced and inimical designs to distract Pakistan's efforts against war on terrorism will be comprehensively defeated. For strategic stability of South Asia, the COAS emphasized the need for peaceful resolution of longstanding internationally recognized Kashmir dispute, and warned against the unlawful and legally untenable 'hydro terrorism' by India,' said the statement. But even as Munir spoke, the Baloch insurgency was making its presence felt. The BLA, a banned separatist outfit in Pakistan, released a statement claiming it had taken control of the Surab city in Balochistan. The group, which has intensified its activities in recent months, timed its declaration to coincide with the field marshal's visit, a move likely aimed at undermining the military's narrative of control and deterrence in the restive province. 'BLA fighters have taken full control of Surab, seizing key sites including the bank, Levies (paramilitary force), and police stations. Patrolling and checks are ongoing on Quetta-Karachi and Surab-Gidar roads,' the BLA said Friday, adding that a detailed statement will be released soon. Meanwhile, Munir expressed confidence that Pakistan's fight against terrorism would continue until its logical end is achieved, ensuring victory over all forms and manifestations of extremism. (Edited by Ajeet Tiwari) Also Read: Away from LoC, General Munir is losing a far more fateful war within Pakistan
India Today
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
Pakistan will never accept India's hegemony: Army chief Munir
Weeks after India and Pakistan reached a ceasefire agreement following days of military conflict, Pakistan Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir said Islamabad would "never accept Indian hegemony in the South Asian region" and never compromise on the Indus Water Treaty issue, as it was directly linked to the fundamental rights of the country's 240-million to the Pakistan military's media wing, Munir made these remarks during a discussion with vice-chancellors of various universities, along with principals, senior teachers, and will never accept Indian hegemony," Munir said on Thursday, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). Reacting to India's move to put the Indus Water Treaty (IWT) on hold, Munir called it a "red line" for Pakistan and said that Islamabad would "never yield" on matters related to water. "Water is Pakistan's red line, and we will not allow any compromise on this basic right of 240 million Pakistanis," Munir said.A day after Pakistan-sponsored terrorists killed 26 tourists in Kashmir's Pahalgam, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, decided to suspend the IWT for the first time since it was signed in fact, India not only shared water, but millions with Pakistan to help it build water systems as part of the IWT. advertisementKnowing that Pakistan would play the victim card, India sent out seven teams to different corners of the world for post-Operation Sindoor diplomacy and to convey its stance on the suspension of the Indian teams, comprising MPs from several parties, have justified India's treaty outlines how six rivers — Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej — are divided and managed between India and leaders have frequently issued warnings to India following New Delhi's suspension of the MUNIR BLAMES INDIA ON BALOCHISTAN REBELLIONMunir also spoke about the situation in Balochistan, where fierce attacks by Baloch rebels have shaken the Pakistani Pakistan was busy attacking civilians and military sites across its eastern border with India, Baloch rebels stepped up their offensive against Pakistani security forces. Balochistan's provincial capital, Quetta, saw six attacks on Pakistani forces on May 8. The Baloch people also hoisted their own flags, replacing Pakistani also claimed that rebels in Balochistan were backed by India."The terrorist elements active in Balochistan are proxies acting on behalf of foreign interests, particularly India," he said. Munir also claimed that these "rebels are not Baloch".The field marshal also made a passing remark that "Pakistan was blessed to receive help from Allah during the military conflict with India" earlier this the early hours of May 7, India launched precision strikes under Operation Sindoor, targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. In response, Pakistan attempted to strike Indian military bases on May 8, 9, and 10. India delivered a firm and forceful reply to these countries announced the ceasefire on May Watch
Express Tribune
2 days ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Four servicemen martyred in Waziristan
Listen to article Four servicemen have been martyred fending off a terrorist attack on a security check post in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa that also left six attackers dead, the military announced on Thursday – the day five terrorists were also eliminated in two separate engagements in Balochistan. "On the night between May 28 and 29, Indian-sponsored khwarij attempted to attack a security forces check-post in general area Shawal, North Waziristan District. The attempt was effectively thwarted by own troops and in ensuing fire exchange, six Indian-sponsored Khwarij were sent to hell," the military's media wing said in a statement. However, four servicemen, including a young lieutenant, embraced martyrdom during the intense fire exchange with the attackers. Lieutenant Daniyal Ismail, 24, resident of Mardan district, a brave young officer who was leading his troops from front, fought gallantly and embraced Shahadat along with his three men, the ISPR added. The three other martyred soldiers have been identified by the ISPR as Naib Subedar Kashif Raza, 42, resident of Chakwal district; Lance Naik Fiaqat Ali, 35, resident of Haripur district; and Sepoy Muhammad Hameed, 26, resident of Abbottabad district. Meanwhile, security forces neutralised one Indian-sponsored kharji in another encounter in Chitral district. "Sanitisation operations are being conducted to eliminate any other Indian sponsored kharji found in the area as the security forces of Pakistan are determined to wipe out the menace of Indian-sponsored terrorism from the country," the ISPR said, adding that such sacrifices of our brave men further strengthen our resolve. Separately, security forces killed five India-backed terrorists in two separate intelligence-based operations in Balochistan on Wednesday, the military's media wing said on Thursday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), in the first operation conducted in Loralai district, four terrorists linked to the India-sponsored group Fitna al Hindustan were killed during an intense exchange of fire. The operation was launched on confirmed intelligence regarding the presence of terrorists in the area, ISPR said. The terrorists were effectively engaged by the troops, and weapons, ammunition, and explosives were recovered from their possession, it added. The statement shared that the slain individuals were actively involved in several acts of terrorism, including two major attacks on the N-70 highway near Rarasham on August 26, 2024, and February 18, 2025, which resulted in the martyrdom fo of 30 innocent civilians. Security officials said the Indian-sponsored terrorists had long been on the radar of law enforcement agencies and was being relentlessly pursued, it added. In a separate engagement in Kech district, another terrorist was killed during a brief encounter with security forces, ISPR said. The military reiterated its resolve to root out Indian-sponsored terrorism from Pakistani soil, vowing to bring all perpetrators and their facilitators to justice.
Express Tribune
3 days ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Four soldiers martyred, seven terrorists killed in K-P operations: ISPR
Listen to article Seven India-backed terrorists were killed in two separate operations in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), while four security personnel, including a young officer, embraced martyrdom in an exchange of fire, the military's media wing reported on Thursday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), on the night of May 28–29, Indian-sponsored 'Khwarij' attempted to attack a security forces check post in the general area of Shawal in North Waziristan district. 'Own troops effectively thwarted the attempt and, during the intense exchange of fire, six Indian-sponsored Khwarij were sent to hell,' the ISPR said. Also read: Five terrorists killed in Balochistan IBOs: ISPR However, four soldiers, including Lieutenant Daniyal Ismail (24, resident of Mardan), were martyred in the engagement. The three other soldiers who paid the ultimate sacrifice were identified as Naib Subedar Kashif Raza (42, Chakwal), Lance Naik Fiaqat Ali (35, Haripur), and Sepoy Muhammad Hameed (26, Abbottabad). In a separate encounter in Chitral district, security forces 'successfully neutralised another Indian-sponsored Khwarij'. The ISPR said sanitisation operations are ongoing to eliminate any other Indian-sponsored kharji in the area. It reiterated the military's commitment to eradicate terrorism from Pakistan. 'Security forces remain determined to eliminate the menace of Indian-sponsored terrorism from the country,' ISPR added.
