RAWALPINDI: Director-General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry announced Thursday that the Pakistan Armed Forces have fulfilled their promise to the nation with a decisive response to Indian aggression, stating, “We said when we respond, not just Indian media, but the entire world’s media will know.”
Addressing a joint press conference with Air Force and Navy officials, broadcast live on large screens to significant public audiences in Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Mailsi, Lodhran, Rahim Yar Khan, Okara, and Pakpattan, Lt. Gen. Chaudhry detailed Pakistan’s retaliatory actions.
“Alhamdulillah, the Pakistan Armed Forces have kept their promise to the nation,” he stated. “India committed aggression and shed the blood of innocent Pakistanis. In response, Pakistan launched Operation Bunyan-e-Marsous. The armed forces have fulfilled their commitment.” He added that India violated Pakistani airspace using drones and paid tribute to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives defending the homeland.
The DG ISPR elaborated on three promises made to the nation: “We promised a robust response from Pakistan. We told the nation that we would decide the time, place, and method of our response. And we said our reply would be known globally.” He thanked the “proud and brave” Pakistani people for their support. He noted that Indian aggression on May 6-7 resulted in the martyrdom of innocent civilians, including children and a woman, as India targeted civilian populations in Azad Kashmir with heavy weaponry. “Our hearts and sympathies are with the families of the martyrs,” he said.
Under Operation Bunyan-e-Marsous, Pakistan targeted 26 Indian military installations used against Pakistan, including the Uri network station and Poonch radar. “We thank Allah for granting us victory,” he said, also expressing gratitude to the Prime Minister and ministers for making crucial decisions during difficult times. “Pakistan responded to all locations from which operations were conducted against Pakistan. We are grateful to the public, soldiers, and political leadership who stood with the state.”
Two S-400 Battery Systems Successfully Targeted: Army Spokesman
Lt. Gen. Chaudhry revealed that Pakistan struck 26 Indian military targets from where attacks on Pakistani civilians were launched. “We targeted locations in Suratgarh, Sirsa, Adampur, and Avantipura. Targets in Udhampur and Pathankot were also hit.” He specifically mentioned the successful targeting of India’s S-400 battery systems at two locations: Adampur and Bhuj. Command installations of the 10 Brigade and 80 Brigade at KG Top and Naushera, which were involved in unprovoked firing on innocent civilians, were also destroyed.
“Pakistan utilized some of its advanced technology with restraint. Many such technological capabilities can be employed in the future,” he asserted. Military installations along the Line of Control (LoC) that were attacking innocent civilians in Azad Kashmir were targeted. “Pakistan responded with extreme skill, restraint, and precision, hitting all locations that launched attacks on Pakistan.”
No Indian Pilot in Pakistani Custody: DG ISPR
The DG ISPR confirmed attacks on BrahMos missile bases in Beas and Nagrota. “Pakistani forces also conducted robust cyber-attacks, paralyzing systems used by the Indian military. Fateh-1 and Fateh-2 guided missiles were used.” He noted an increase in Indian-sponsored terrorism in KP and Balochistan during the Pakistan Army’s engagement on the eastern border. “Whenever India commits aggression, our response will be comprehensive, robust, and decisive. No Indian pilot is in Pakistani custody. The response given to India was timely and historic.”
The Army spokesman stated that Pakistan made no request for a ceasefire; the desire for a ceasefire came from India. “Pakistan’s armed forces are strictly adhering to the ceasefire on the LoC. We are a professional army; we fully honor our commitments. If the opposing side violates the ceasefire, we will respond, and our response will be robust. I assure you, the Pakistan Army will not violate the ceasefire.” He acknowledged that Indian attacks caused damage to infrastructure and one aircraft, which suffered minor damage and would soon be operational.
Kashmir Issue Again a Flashpoint: DG ISPR
Lt. Gen. Chaudhry reiterated that the Kashmir issue has once again become a flashpoint. “The Kashmir issue must be resolved according to the aspirations of the Kashmiri people. Pakistan’s position on the Indus Waters Treaty is clear.”
Enemy Deterred by Pakistan Navy’s Presence: Vice Admiral Rab Nawaz
Vice Admiral Rab Nawaz of the Pakistan Navy stated that during the conflict, the Pakistan Navy closely monitored Indian naval activities and was prepared to counter Indian aggression on the night of May 6-7.
He said the Pakistan Navy kept all ports operational. “Indian vessels were 400 nautical miles away from Pakistan’s maritime borders. Seeing the Pakistan Navy’s preparedness, the enemy did not dare to advance.” He emphasized that the Navy fulfilled its responsibility of protecting maritime borders and ensured the safe passage of commercial vessels through effective strategy.
Pakistan Air Force Achieved 6-0 Success Against Indian Air Force: Air Vice Marshal Aurangzeb
Air Vice Marshal Aurangzeb Ahmed of the Pakistan Air Force stated that India used drones to target Pakistani civilian populations. “The Pakistan Army destroyed Indian military installations and terrorist training centers. In response to Indian Air Force aggression, their aircraft were shot down. The Pakistan Air Force achieved a 6-0 success against the Indian Air Force.”
He added that drones entering civilian areas were carefully downed. “Pakistan detected all drones and unmanned aerial vehicles in a timely manner. The BrahMos missile attack was also neutralized by the air defense system. The Pakistan Air Force targeted the enemy with its full capabilities.” He remarked, “The Rafale is an excellent fighter jet, but the pilot’s training is what truly matters. JF-17 aircraft are Pakistan’s pride.”
