RAWALPINDI, May 2026: Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Sunday issued a strong warning to adversaries, stating that any future misadventure against Pakistan would result in “extremely dangerous, far-reaching and painful consequences,” as he addressed a ceremony at the General Headquarters (GHQ) marking the first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq.
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The ceremony, held in Rawalpindi, was attended by senior military leadership, including Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu and Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, who jointly laid a floral wreath at the Yadgar-e-Shuhada in honour of the martyrs.
Field Marshal Munir also laid a floral wreath and offered fateha for the departed souls, paying tribute to those who sacrificed their lives during Marka-e-Haq, including civilians, women, and children.
Referring to the 2025 Pakistan–India conflict, which began after the April 22 Pahalgam incident and concluded with a ceasefire on May 10 following Operation Bunyanum Marsoos, the CDF described Marka-e-Haq as a defining moment in national history.
“Marka-e-Haq was a decisive battle between two ideologies in which truth prevailed and falsehood faced defeat,” he said, crediting national unity, military resolve, and divine support for Pakistan’s success.
He reiterated that Pakistan would not allow any attempt to disturb regional balance or challenge its sovereignty, adding that hostile designs aimed at military aggression or diplomatic isolation would never succeed.
The Field Marshal alleged that repeated accusations and “false flag operations” over the years were part of attempts to impose an unjust conflict narrative on Pakistan, which, he said, had failed repeatedly.
Highlighting Pakistan’s military capability, he stated that advanced weapon systems, including Fatah missiles and Shaheen series platforms, successfully neutralized more than 26 enemy targets during the conflict. “Pakistan’s defence is completely impregnable against any external aggression,” he said.
Warning against future escalation, he stressed that any hostile action would not remain limited in impact but would carry severe consequences for any aggressor.
Field Marshal Munir also noted that Pakistan’s armed forces are evolving to meet modern warfare challenges, which now include cyber warfare, drones, artificial intelligence, and long-range precision systems.
He praised the nation’s unity during the conflict, acknowledging the role of media, youth, and civil society in countering propaganda and psychological warfare, while highlighting Pakistan’s improved global diplomatic standing.
Referring to strategic partnerships, he called the Pakistan–Saudi Arabia mutual defence agreement a “significant milestone” and noted ongoing diplomatic engagement, including peace efforts and international dialogue platforms hosted in Pakistan.
He also reiterated Pakistan’s stance on Kashmir, urging continued political, diplomatic, and moral support for the Kashmiri people.
Concluding his address, Field Marshal Asim Munir said Pakistan’s strength lies in its people and armed forces acting together. “Pakistan was invincible yesterday, is invincible today, and will remain invincible in the future,” he said.
