Any hostile design against Pakistan will be countered with greater strength, ISPR says in Marka-i-Haq message
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TLDR
- Pakistan's military warns that any hostile actions against the nation will be met with significantly greater force than previously demonstrated.
- The statement commemorates the first anniversary of "Marka-i-Haq," last year's military conflict with India, highlighting the Pakistan Air Force's modernization and resolve.
- Pakistan reaffirms its commitment to peace and regional stability, while emphasizing its readiness to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Pakistan's armed forces have issued a resolute warning, declaring that any hostile design against the nation will be countered with overwhelming strength, precision, and resolve. This powerful message, delivered by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), marks the first anniversary of "Marka-i-Haq," the significant military conflict Pakistan engaged in with India last year.
Any hostile design against Pakistan will be countered with even greater strength, precision and resolve far stronger than what was witnessed by the adversary during Marka-i-Haq.
The ISPR statement proudly commemorates this defining chapter in Pakistan's military history, emphasizing how it bolstered national confidence and validated the Pakistan Air Force's (PAF) relentless pursuit of modernization. The PAF's journey towards becoming a future-ready air power, through the induction of cutting-edge systems and disruptive technologies, was particularly highlighted. The successful execution of multi-domain operations showcased the PAF's professional excellence and reinforced the pride and spirit of the Pakistani nation.
This historic milestone reflects PAFโs steadfast journey towards becoming a future-ready air power through smart inductions of cutting-edge systems and swift operationalisation of niche and disruptive technologies, consolidating its operational reorientation.
While projecting strength, Pakistan also reiterated its identity as a peace-loving country. Its armed forces, embodying a mature strategic culture, are dedicated to preserving peace, promoting stability, and ensuring regional security. Peace for Pakistan, the statement stressed, is intrinsically linked to honor, dignity, and sovereign equality. This diplomatic stance underscores Pakistan's commitment to responsible strategic engagement in a complex geopolitical landscape.
Pakistanโs armed forces remain fully cognizant of the evolving geopolitical and regional security environment, as well as the aggressive capability pursuits of adversarial forces.
Nevertheless, the armed forces remain acutely aware of the evolving regional security environment and the aggressive military pursuits of adversarial forces. Their resolve, vigilance, and commitment to defending the homeland are unwavering. Continuous investment in critical capabilities, advanced technologies, and professional excellence ensures their readiness to meet future challenges and decisively respond to any aggression. The message is clear: Pakistan seeks peace but is fully prepared for any eventuality.
Peace for Pakistan has always been inseparable from honour, dignity and sovereign equality.
Originally published by Dawn. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.