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Express Tribune
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Khawaja Asif warns India may attempt another misadventure
Listen to article Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned of another possible Indian misadventure, saying Pakistan would respond forcefully if provoked. Speaking with Geo News on Wednesday, Asif said Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was politically cornered and could take impulsive action due to mounting pressure and declining political capital. 'If Modi makes a reckless move out of desperation, Pakistan will respond decisively – and there will be global consequences,' Asif said. The defence minister stated that in the event of further escalation, even India's allies may refrain from backing Modi's actions. 'There was no external pressure on Pakistan to agree to a ceasefire,' he added. 'The United States and other friendly countries were on board and supported the idea, which is why we agreed.' Read more: Trump to work with Pakistan, India to resolve Kashmir dispute Asif said Pakistan exercised restraint for four days, hoping India would show reason. 'Our victory is multidimensional. This was the first conflict in which cyber warfare played a key role. India's digital infrastructure was paralysed during the cyber operations,' he said. He further stated that international perceptions of Pakistan have changed. 'Those who did not take us seriously now look at us with respect,' he maintained, saying Pakistan downed five Indian aircraft and one UAV during the recent conflict with India. On Kashmir issue, the defence minister remarked that India had shown some willingness to engage. 'For the first time, India seems ready to discuss the Kashmir issue – that in itself is a diplomatic success for Pakistan,' he said. Read more: Pakistan observes 'Youm-e-Tashakur' to celebrate 'Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos' success Asif's statement comes after a full and immediate ceasefire between India and Pakistan was announced on May 10, following days of heightened military exchanges that brought the two nuclear-armed neighbours to the brink of war. The announcement was first made by US President Donald Trump and later confirmed by Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. India-Pakistan ceasefire Tensions flared following an April 22 attack in Pahalgam, Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), which left 26 civilians dead. India blamed Pakistan-based elements without presenting any evidence, Islamabad rejected the allegations. In response, India closed the Wagah border, revoked visas, and suspended the Indus Waters Treaty—moves Pakistan called an 'act of war.' The conflict intensified with India's missile attracks and drone incursions as it lauched its Operation Sindoor. Pakistan's military launched Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos in retaliation, and announced it had downed five Indian jets—including Rafales—and intercepted 77 Israeli-made Harop drones. Following diplomatic intervention led by Washington, both sides agreed to halt military activity across land, air, and sea. However, hours after the truce, fresh skirmishes were reported along both sides of the Line of Control.
Business Recorder
13-05-2025
- Health
- Business Recorder
Maryam says Nawaz Sharif made country's defence invincible
LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said the success of 'Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos' infused new confidence to the nation and breathed a new spirit of national unity. 'Nawaz Sharif made the defense of Pakistan invincible by carrying out nuclear explosions as it enhanced the dignity and respect of our country among the comity of nations,' the CM said while chairing a meeting of the Health & Population Department. The CM congratulated the participants of the meeting on the success of Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos during the meeting. The chief minister sought a plan for providing blood to the patients across Punjab as per international standards. The CM gave in-principle approval to establish a Thalassemia centre in each division. Thalassemia centres will also be set up in 21 district and 15 tehsil headquarters hospitals. She took a principled decision to implement the most effective 'Central Monitoring System' for streamlining health department in the province. She directed to complete revamping process of hospitals at the earliest and further directed to complete revamping process of 800 health centres by June 20. She directed to establish an effective monitoring system for cleanliness and security services in district and tehsil hospitals across Punjab. The meeting comprehensively reviewed the proposed project for the next financial year. The 71 projects of 'Maryam Nawaz Health Clinic' and 75 projects of 'Population Management & Family Planning' programme were also reviewed. The projects for the rehabilitation of dispensaries, MCL centres, provision of equipment and furniture were presented across Punjab. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
India violating ceasefire along LoC, say security sources
Listen to article Pakistan has rejected recent Indian media reports claiming that Pakistani drones violated the Line of Control (LoC), calling the allegations 'fabricated and baseless,' according to security sources. 'Indian media is once again airing false and concocted stories about Pakistani drone activity near the LoC,' the sources said, adding that no Pakistani drone had crossed the border or violated Indian airspace. Security officials described the Indian claims as a 'bundle of lies,' consistent with what they characterised as India's long-standing pattern of misinformation. Asserting that the real violations were being committed by India, the sources noted that 'Pakistan has been fully adhering to the ceasefire agreement.' 'In reality, it is Indian drones that have been breaching the ceasefire along the Line of Control and Working Boundary,' they added. Read More: Pakistan destroys India's BrahMos stockpile, airbases in 'Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos' After the intervention of US President Donald Trump, Pakistan and India agreed to a full and immediate ceasefire on Saturday following days of intense military exchanges that raised fears of a full-scale conflict between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. Earlier, Pakistan and India have also held the first round of talks between their Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) via hotline after ceasefire. Tensions flared between Pakistan and India after a deadly attack in Pahalgam in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. India blamed Pakistan-based elements without providing evidence and launched missile strikes in Pakistan. Islamabad strongly denied the claim. In response to continued Indian aggression, Pakistan Armed Forces responded with the launch of 'Operation Bunyanum Marsoos'. Pakistani military hit 26 Indian military facilities and dozens of Pakistani drones hovered over major Indian cities, including capital New Delhi, in the offensive operations, DG ISPR Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said on Sunday.
Express Tribune
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
National Assembly passes resolution praising armed forces for exemplary professionalism
Listen to article National Assembly of Pakistan unanimously passed a resolution commending the armed forces for their 'exemplary professionalism, vigilance and courage' in defending the country's sovereignty in response to unprovoked Indian aggression, Radio Pakistan reported. The resolution, moved by Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, lauded the military's 'exceptional restraint and responsibility,' describing the response to Indian strikes as 'measured and befitting.' Glimpses from today's session of the National Assembly.#NASession — National Assembly 🇵🇰 (@NAofPakistan) May 12, 2025 In response to continued Indian aggression following a deadly attack in Pahalgam, Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), India launched missile strikes on Pakistani military bases. The Pakistan Armed Forces responded with the launch of 'Operation Bunyanum Marsoos'. Read More: 'Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos' Today, National Assembly paid tribute to the fallen soldiers, acknowledging their sacrifices as a symbol of 'national pride, resilience, and unity.' Lawmakers also bowed in prayer, thanking Almighty Allah for granting the nation honour in defending its territorial integrity. The resolution congratulated the Pakistani people for standing united across the political spectrum during the recent crisis. It also expressed gratitude to 'friendly countries' that supported Pakistan during what it called a critical juncture. Reaffirming Pakistan's commitment to regional and global peace, the resolution stated that 'democracies are committed to dialogue, not conflict.' It added that long-term stability in South Asia could only be achieved through 'sincere and structured negotiations.' Read More: PM Shehbaz confirms immediate Pakistan-India ceasefire The House called for active international engagement to resolve the Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with the aspirations of the Kashmiri people and relevant UN Security Council resolutions. It further emphasised the importance of the Indus Waters Treaty, framing water security as a vital component of national security. National Assembly reaffirmed its commitment to playing its constitutional role in promoting peace, unity, and the protection of national interests. On Saturday, following days of intense military exchanges that raised fears of a full-scale conflict between the two nuclear-armed neighbours, Pakistan and India agreed to a full and immediate ceasefire after the intervention of US President Donald Trump.
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First Post
12-05-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Shahid Afridi hails Pakistan's defence as 'unbreakable', says 'Modi now realises how costly it is to confront Pakistan'
Shahid Afridi also accused India of attacking first and claimed it was inevitable for them to 'face the consequences'. The former Pakistan all-rounder and captain made the provocative comments 'Youm-e-Tashakur' (Day of Gratitude) rally in Karachi in support of the Pakistan's military response. read more Shahid Afridi has also accused India of targeting civilians, including, children, as well as mosques in Pakistan during the ongoing conflict. AP Shahid Afridi has been in the news for his provocative comments aimed against India, especially in the aftermath of the deadly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam last month. And on Sunday, the former Pakistan all-rounder and captain made headlines once again, this time praising his country's military for 'silencing' India and describing them as 'unbreakable' while accusing the Indian armed forces of 'martyring children' and 'targeting civilian areas and mosques'. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD This despite the Indian armed forces causing significant strikes to multiple air bases within Pakistan and providing visual proofs of the same as well as targeting the country's air defence and radar systems, completely neutralising the one in the city of Lahore. 'Operation Sindoor', the name for the Indian armed forces' response to the Pahalgam terror attack, also resulted in the elimination of up to nine terrorist camps located within the country and in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK). 'They martyred our children, targeted civilian areas…' Afridi, speaking at the 'Youm-e-Tashakur' (Day of Gratitude) rally in Karachi in support of the Pakistan's military response – dubbed 'Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos' – further accused India of attacking first and said it was inevitable for them to face the consequences. 'Pakistan's defence is unbreakable. Modi now realises how costly it is to confront Pakistan,' Afridi said at the rally according to The Express Tribune. 'They martyred our children, targeted civilian areas and mosques. We are a peace-loving people, but we will not remain silent in the face of such aggression,' he added. Afridi had earlier denied Pakistan's involvement in the Pahalgam attack last month, calling for India to provide proof of the same while describing the Indian army as 'useless' for their inability to protect their citizens. India had launched 'Operation Sindoor' in the early hours of Wednesday, 7 May – targeting the terror camps inside Pakistan and PoK first, and shifted its attention to the air defence system and air bases across the country after the Pakistani military refused to back down and targeted civilian areas in Jammu and Kashmir as well as in other border states such as Punjab, Rajasthan and Gujarat. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD After three days of hostilities, India and Pakistan had arrived at a ceasefire agreement on Saturday that was mediated by the United States, although Islamabad violated the truce just hours later with drone strikes in Srinagar and in other parts of the country.
