Field Marshal Asim Munir, Pakistan’s army chief, has voiced support for terror groups in Jammu and Kashmir, labeling their actions as a “legitimate struggle” and vowing continued support for the Kashmiri people. Munir’s remarks, made at a Pakistan Naval Academy passing out parade, also criticized India for acts of “unprovoked aggression.” He reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to supporting the right to self-determination for Kashmiris. Munir emphasized that a resolution to the Kashmir dispute is essential for regional peace, and Pakistan will continue to offer political, diplomatic, and moral support to the region.
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General Asim Munir’s promotion to field marshal, the first in nearly 60 years, recognizes his exceptional leadership during recent heightened tensions with India. This five-star rank, primarily ceremonial, signifies extraordinary wartime achievement and national security contributions. The cabinet also extended Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu’s service. While Munir remains army chief, the implications of his new, lifetime rank regarding retirement remain unclear.
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Following Indian precision strikes on Pakistan’s Nur Khan air base, army chief General Asim Munir was moved to a secure bunker. The attack, part of a wider assault on eleven Pakistani air bases, caused significant damage to Nur Khan, including infrastructure and vehicles. This tactical relocation of the army chief, near the Strategic Plans Division, highlights India’s capability to strike deep within Pakistan and significantly impacted the escalating conflict. Satellite imagery confirms the damage, and both nations subsequently agreed to a ceasefire.
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John Q. Hosedrinker