India Is Not Israel, Pakistan Is Not Palestine: DG ISPR
DG ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has warned that if India attempts any aggression, Pakistan’s response will be very strong, immediate, and devastating.
In an interview with a Turkish news agency, he said that India is not Israel, and Pakistan is not Palestine, nor will we bow down to Indian domination.
He said that Pakistan is currently the country most affected by terrorism in the world. Since January 2024, more than 3700 terrorist incidents have occurred, which are being supported by India. 3896 people were martyred in these attacks, including 2582 civilians and security personnel.
Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif clarified that occupied Kashmir is an international dispute, and calling the situation there an internal matter of India is tantamount to denying the truth.
He said that the BLA openly sought help from India after the Jaffer Express attack, while Indian leaders, politicians, and former generals have made statements in their support.
According to the Pakistan Army spokesperson, 5 Indian warplanes were shot down in the recent tension, including 3 modern Rafale aircraft, but New Delhi refuses to acknowledge this fact.
Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said that if India wants peace in the region, it will have to act realistically.
Prime Minister Praises Pakistan Navy’s Role in Operation Bunyanum Marsoos
Islamabad (Bureau Chief) – The Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Mr. Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, today visited the Pakistan Navy Dockyard to pay tribute to the Pakistan Navy for its pivotal role in Operation Bunyanum Marsoos.
Upon arrival, the Prime Minister was received by Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf. Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir and Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmad Baber Sidhu were also present.
During the visit, the Prime Minister boarded the Type-054A Class Destroyer PNS Taimur and received a briefing from the Commander Pakistan Fleet on the Navy’s strategic positioning, operational activities, and notable contributions in the ongoing operation.
The Prime Minister interacted with officers and sailors of the Pakistan Navy, lauding their professionalism, combat readiness, and dedication to national defense. He conveyed the nation’s deep appreciation and reaffirmed unwavering confidence in the capabilities of Pakistan’s Armed Forces.
In his address, the Prime Minister commended the Navy’s firm posture, operational expertise, and effective response to maritime threats. He especially praised the Navy’s critical role in safeguarding sea lines of communication and ensuring uninterrupted maritime trade, while maintaining complete maritime sovereignty through a layered seaward defense.
Recalling the Navy’s proud history of decisive operations, the Prime Minister emphasized that the Pakistan Navy remains fully capable of conducting high-intensity operations like the historic Operation Dwarka whenever required.
The Prime Minister was accompanied by Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Mr. Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhary, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Mr. Attaullah Tarar, and Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui.
